Matthew Francis Hess
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.
Remembering John Smith
(Chuck)
Deception
(Mr. X)
“Welcome To” Pomegranate Hills
(Francis)
A Red, Red Rose
((voice))
Portal
Yikes
This is them
TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
(Chad)
heat
Delusion for Dinner
(Barry)
Shadow Strike
(Extra Solider)
The Runaways
(Math Teacher)
Harvest Moon
((Goon 3))
Ightmste
Session(s)
(Todd)
It Works Out
(Brother)
The Walrus
((voice))
The Inner Demons
(Cultist)
Living Life Lonely
The Derped Up World of Mr Coughey
(Smoke Edward "Ed" Bake-Awnn)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
(Producer)
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
(Cinematography)
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
(Director)
September First, Twenty-Twenty
(Cinematography)
September First, Twenty-Twenty
(Producer)
September First, Twenty-Twenty
(Director)
September First, Twenty-Twenty
(Editor)
The Short Stay
(Boom Operator)
The Short Stay
(Set Decoration)
The Crane Wife
(Producer)
The Crane Wife
(Set Decoration)
“Welcome To” Pomegranate Hills
(Producer)
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
(Cinematography)
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
(Writer)
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
(Director)
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
(Editor)
anxiety's gateway to relaxation
(Producer)
Remember
(Producer)
Remember
(Director)
Remember
(Cinematography)
Remember
(Editor)
A Red, Red Rose
(Director)
A Red, Red Rose
(Editor)
A Red, Red Rose
(Cinematography)
A Red, Red Rose
(Producer)
FACE OF FIRE
(Cinematography)
FACE OF FIRE
(Director)
FACE OF FIRE
(Editor)
Flowers Grow Out of My Grave
(Set Decoration)
Yikes
(Director)
Yikes
(Writer)
Yikes
(Cinematography)
Yikes
(Producer)
This is them
(Director)
This is them
(Producer)
This is them
(Writer)
This is them
(Cinematography)
FACE OF FIRE
(Producer)
FACE OF FIRE
(Writer)
September First, Twenty-Twenty
(Writer)
This is them
(Editor)
Yikes
(Editor)
Intrafraction
(Set Decoration)
TaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
(Set Decoration)
Farmingish
(Producer)
Farmingish
(Director)
Farmingish
(Writer)
Farmingish
(Editor)
Farmingish
(Cinematography)
Photon Phocus
(Director)
Photon Phocus
(Producer)
Photon Phocus
(Writer)
Photon Phocus
(Editor)
Photon Phocus
(Cinematography)
The Radio
(Writer)
The Radio
(Producer)
The Radio
(Director)
heat
(Set Decoration)
SHOOT ME
(Producer)
Harvest Moon
(Producer)
Harvest Moon
(Set Decoration)
Change of the Crooks
(Executive Producer)
Once Upon A Nightmare
(Executive Producer)
The Morning After Text
(Set Decoration)
Portal
(Set Decoration)
Yikes
(Set Decoration)
The Radio
(Set Decoration)
Photon Phocus
(Set Decoration)
Ightmste
(Set Decoration)
Heavy is the Crown
(Editor)
Heavy is the Crown
(Cinematography)
Insomnia
(Assistant Director)
Insomnia
(Lighting Director)
Insomnia
(Set Decoration)
Insomnia
(Cinematography)
The Walrus
(Animation)
The Walrus
(Director)
The Walrus
(Editor)
The Walrus
(Writer)
Sasquatch River
(Director)
Sasquatch River
(Editor)
Sasquatch River
(Writer)
Sasquatch River
(Animation)
Sasquatch River
(Cinematography)
The Walrus
(Producer)
Sasquatch River
(Producer)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
(Director)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
(Writer)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
(Editor)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Car
(Producer)
Loco-Motion ~ Stop Motion Short: Midas
(Cinematography)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Director)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Cinematography)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Writer)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Producer)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Editor)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Animation)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Director)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Writer)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Producer)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Editor)
Metamorphosis ~ Stop Motion Short
(Cinematography)
Derby ~ Stop Motion Short
(Animation)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Animation)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Director)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Producer)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Writer)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Editor)
Cutouts ~ Stop Motion Short
(Cinematography)
Zoe & Aubrey
(Set Decoration)
Zoe & Aubrey
(Producer)
STARTING FIRES
(Producer)
STARTING FIRES
(Set Decoration)