Rafael Montero (born 9 October 1953 in Mexico City) is a film director and script writer known as one of the leaders of New Mexican Cinema.
He is known for the feature films Cilantro y Perejil, El Costo de la Vida (The Cost of Life) y Corazones Rotos (Broken Hearts).
He has written and directed television programs, short films, commercials, documentaries and feature films.
He has also participated as a judge and speaker at various festivals, competitions, conferences and seminars.