Rene Rhi, a multifaceted American Film Director and Producer, has had a remarkable journey that has spanned across different aspects of the film industry. Born in the sister cities of Matamoros, Tamaulipas and Brownsville, Texas, he was raised in a unique cultural environment that has had a profound impact on his work.
After completing his undergraduate studies in Journalism and Spanish from The University of Texas at Austin, Rhi joined the Cross Border Institute for Regional Development (CBIRD),where he played a crucial role in shaping economic policy and sustainable business development along the US-Mexico border.
Rhi's passion for filmmaking led him to become the youngest ever director of CineFestival San Antonio, the oldest Latin film festival in the US, in 2007. This achievement was a testament to his leadership skills and his ability to bring people together.
His success at CineFestival San Antonio earned him the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts Scholarship, which enabled him to pursue his MFA in film at the University of Southern California. During his time at USC, Rhi co-founded the Latino Film Association and concentrated in Motion Picture Production, Finance, Sales & Distribution.
After graduating from USC, Rhi worked for the American Film Market and Celsius Entertainment, a London-based content sales agency, where he was involved in the international distribution, acquisition, and financing of independent films.
