Matthew Francis Hess
Production
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
Production17
movieChange of the Crooks
2026
Executive Producer
movieOnce Upon A Nightmare
2026
Executive Producer
movieSHOOT ME
2025
Producer
movieHarvest Moon
2024
Producer
movieThe Crane Wife
2023
Producer
movieThis is them
2023
Producer
movieFarmingish
2022
Producer
movieThe Radio
2022
Producer
movieYikes
2021
Producer
movieRemember
2021
Producer
moviePhoton Focus
2021
Producer
movieA Red, Red Rose
2020
Producer
movieFACE OF FIRE
2020
Producer
Acting13
movieHarvest Moon
2024
(Goon 3)
movieDeception
2023
Mr. X
movieShadow Strike
2023
Extra Solider
movieThe Runaways
2021
Math Teacher
movieA Red, Red Rose
2020
(voice)
Directing11
movieThis is them
2023
Director
movieFarmingish
2022
Director
movieThe Radio
2022
Director
movieYikes
2021
Director
movieRemember
2021
Director
moviePhoton Focus
2021
Director
movieA Red, Red Rose
2020
Director
movieFACE OF FIRE
2020
Director
Crew10
movieFlowers Grow Out of My Grave
2023
Cinematography
movieThis is them
2023
Cinematography
movieFarmingish
2022
Cinematography
movieYikes
2021
Cinematography
movieSeptember First, Twenty-Twenty
2021
Cinematography
movieRemember
2021
Cinematography
moviePhoton Focus
2021
Cinematography
movieA Red, Red Rose
2020
Cinematography
movieanxiety's gateway to relaxation
2020
Cinematography
movieFACE OF FIRE
2020
Cinematography
Editing9
movieThis is them
2023
Editor
movieFarmingish
2022
Editor
movieYikes
2021
Editor
movieRemember
2021
Editor
moviePhoton Focus
2021
Editor
movieA Red, Red Rose
2020
Editor
movieFACE OF FIRE
2020
Editor
Writing8
Art7
movieThe Short Stay
2024
Set Decoration
movieHarvest Moon
2024
Set Decoration
movieThe Crane Wife
2023
Set Decoration
movieIntrafraction
2023
Set Decoration
movieFlowers Grow Out of My Grave
2023
Set Decoration
movieTaraBelle Pitfalls of Power
2023
Set Decoration
movieheat
2022
Set Decoration
Sound1
movieThe Short Stay
2024
Boom Operator