Matthew Francis Hess
Production
Born: September 10, 1995 (age 30) · Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Highest Rated
Biography
Matthew Francis Hess (born September 10, 1995) is an American filmmaker, actor, and producer known for his commitment to authentic storytelling and independent spirit. Matthew was born and raised just outside of Chicago, Illinois, where his foundational years instilled a deep appreciation for nature and family. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, an accomplishment that speaks to his enduring sense of discipline and dedication. He pursued studies in mass communication, earning his Associate's degree in 2018. Following graduation, he spent two years honing his artistic skills as a professional photographer. However, the unique challenges of the early pandemic period inspired a pivotal career shift towards filmmaking. He enrolled in the film program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, graduating with his Bachelor's degree in filmmaking and a Minor in Acting. May 2023, after completing his studies, Matthew co-founded the indie production company, Pink Moose Productions, Matthew and his team successfully relocated Pink Moose Productions' operations to Los Angeles, California, in late April 2024. Matthew Francis Hess is fully immersed in the heart of the industry, actively pursuing roles in production, acting, and directing, working to bring unique vision to a broader audience. Fall of 2026, Hess founded his independent film production, Hess Haus, where he strives to curate story telling for future generations.
Photos (4)
Movies (21)
Session(s)
Todd
Portal
2022
Ightmste
2023
Shadow Strike
Extra Solider
Deception
Mr. X
heat
2022
Harvest Moon
(Goon 3)
The Runaways
Math Teacher
Yikes
2021
The Derped Up World of Mr Coughey
Smoke Edward "Ed" Bake-Awnn
Living Life Lonely
2021
The Inner Demons
Cultist
“Welcome To” Pomegranate Hills
Francis
TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
Chad
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
2022
This is them
2023
It Works Out
Brother
Remembering John Smith
Chuck
The Walrus
(voice)
A Red, Red Rose
(voice)
Delusion for Dinner
Barry
Upcoming (2)
Directing (18)
The Radio
Director
FACE OF FIRE
Director
Yikes
Director
Insomnia
Assistant Director
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
Director
This is them
Director
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Director
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
Director
Farmingish
Director
Remember
Director
Sasquatch River
Director
The Walrus
Director
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
Director
Photon Phocus
Director
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Director
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Director
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Director
A Red, Red Rose
Director
Writing (14)
The Radio
Writer
FACE OF FIRE
Writer
Yikes
Writer
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
Writer
This is them
Writer
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Writer
Farmingish
Writer
Sasquatch River
Writer
The Walrus
Writer
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
Writer
Photon Phocus
Writer
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Writer
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Writer
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Writer
Producing (24)
Harvest Moon
Producer
The Radio
Producer
FACE OF FIRE
Producer
Yikes
Producer
SHOOT ME
Producer
The Crane Wife
Producer
“Welcome To” Pomegranate Hills
Producer
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
Producer
This is them
Producer
STARTING FIRES
Producer
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Producer
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
Producer
Farmingish
Producer
Remember
Producer
Sasquatch River
Producer
The Walrus
Producer
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
Producer
Photon Phocus
Producer
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Producer
Change of the Crooks
Executive Producer
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Producer
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Producer
A Red, Red Rose
Producer
Once Upon A Nightmare
Executive Producer
Other Crew (53)
Portal
Set Decoration
Ightmste
Set Decoration
heat
Set Decoration
Harvest Moon
Set Decoration
The Radio
Set Decoration
FACE OF FIRE
Cinematography
FACE OF FIRE
Editor
Yikes
Cinematography
Yikes
Editor
Yikes
Set Decoration
Insomnia
Lighting Director
Insomnia
Set Decoration
Insomnia
Cinematography
The Morning After Text
Set Decoration
The Short Stay
Boom Operator
The Short Stay
Set Decoration
Intrafraction
Set Decoration
The Crane Wife
Set Decoration
TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
Set Decoration
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
Editor
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Midas
Cinematography
This is them
Cinematography
This is them
Editor
STARTING FIRES
Set Decoration
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Cinematography
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Editor
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
Cinematography
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
Set Decoration
Farmingish
Editor
Farmingish
Cinematography
Remember
Cinematography
Remember
Editor
Sasquatch River
Editor
Sasquatch River
Animation
Sasquatch River
Cinematography
The Walrus
Animation
The Walrus
Editor
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
Cinematography
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
Editor
Photon Phocus
Editor
Photon Phocus
Cinematography
Photon Phocus
Set Decoration
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Animation
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Editor
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
Cinematography
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Cinematography
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Editor
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
Animation
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Animation
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Editor
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
Cinematography
A Red, Red Rose
Editor
A Red, Red Rose
Cinematography