Matthew Francis Hess

Known for ProductionBorn 1995-09-10 (age 31)Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

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.Read more

Movies & web series

Deception

Flowers Grow Out of My Grave

The Crane Wife

The Short Stay

September First, Twenty-Twenty

Session(s)

Change of the Crooks

Once Upon A Nightmare

The Morning After Text

Heavy is the Crown

Zoe & Aubrey

STARTING FIRES

SHOOT ME

Remembering John Smith

“Welcome To” Pomegranate Hills

Harvest Moon

This is them

TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power

Delusion for Dinner

Shadow Strike

Ightmste

It Works Out

Intrafraction

Portal

heat

The Walrus

The Inner Demons

Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car

Farmingish

The Radio

Insomnia

Sasquatch River

Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Midas

Derby ~ Stop Motion Short

Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short

Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short

Yikes

The Runaways

Living Life Lonely

The Derped Up World of Mr Coughey

Remember

Photon Phocus

A Red, Red Rose

anxiety's gateway to relaxation

FACE OF FIRE