Rahul Menon

Rahul Menon is a screenwriter, filmmaker, and film critic who swapped a career in software analysis for the world of movies—and hasn’t looked back since. He holds an M.S. in Film Production & Media Management from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and an MFA in Television and Screenwriting from Stephens College, where he completed multiple pilots and features under the guidance of industry mentors. He has also written, directed, and edited award-winning short films, and co-wrote an Indian feature film that went on to receive national recognition. His work spans comedy, thriller, and mystery, often infused with diverse voices and immigrant perspectives drawn from his own experiences.

Beyond writing, Rahul has worked as a Key Production Assistant and Assistant Editor on films, TV, music videos, and commercials, and he regularly covers festivals like Sundance, SXSW, and AFI as accredited press. He also serves as a festival programmer for various film festivals and writes screenplay coverage for festivals and film markets, in addition to running his own blog, Awards Circuit Insider, where he writes about the ever-chaotic world of cinema and awards season.

When he’s not writing or watching films (sometimes both at once), Rahul can usually be found debating movie scores, plotting comedy mysteries, or sneaking in a Letterboxd review. You can find him on Instagram @rahulmenonfilms, Letterboxd @rahulmenon, and his blog Awards Circuit Insider.