Matthew Francis Hess
Production
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 in 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 mid-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.
Known For
He pours gasoline on every fire
FACE OF FIRE
Sensory Images
heat
Video stores, young love and curiosity bloom into something true.
The Radio
Two women meet in prison and plan an escape, with any means necessary.
Change of the Crooks
Nightmares make me blush
Once Upon A Nightmare
A witness to Kenosha Wisconsin's largest protest following the Jacob Blake shooting, september first, twenty-twenty. The same weekend Donald Trump was visiting during his 2020 election run.
September First, Twenty-Twenty
Landscape & Language
Remember
A short fantasy narrative film that delves into the complex interplay between power dynamics and the intricacies of human relationships. The film portrays the nuanced effects of power on friendships, romantic relationships, and one's own self-perception, offering a thought-provoking exploration of the transformative impact of power and its potential to both elevate and erode our most cherished connections.
TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
The Caped Crusader continues to his war against crime in the desolate Gotham City. When a young woman is found murdered, Batman's attention becomes pointed towards a new threat rising in the underworld, a harbinger of chaos, only known as "The Scarecrow"
Harvest Moon
Seeking Passage
Portal
Is this real?
Intrafraction
Experimental Documentary on Sound & Cannabis
Farmingish
An average farmer has a not so average day.
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
Foundation Production, Collection & Collage = Light
Photon Focus
A Hitchcock inspired short.
Deception
A film inspired by the poem "A Red, Red Rose" by Robert Burns; 1759-1796.
A Red, Red Rose
Repetition is a form of change. Decorate, Decorate, Decorate. Go outside. Shut the door.
Yikes
A Documentary showcasing the life of John Smith
Remembering John Smith
The Crane Wife is a modern take on an old Japanese wives tale of the same name. In this period piece, a lonley dress maker is surprised one night by an unsuspected visitor who asks him to make a promise he is not sure he can keep. A story of love, sacrifice, and so much more, The Crane Wife surely has a lesson for anybody.
The Crane Wife
Found Footage of the 2044 Milwaukee Nuclear Fallout.