Matt, a renowned independent filmmaker, has made a lasting impact on the Western genre in Canadian cinema with his innovative, low-budget Spaghetti Western, Six Reasons Why.
The film's remarkable success led to a series of exclusive features on Entertainment Tonight, which further amplified its widespread popularity and recognition. This surge in exposure triggered an intense international bidding war, with numerous distributors vying for the rights to release the film globally. Ultimately, the film was released in over a dozen countries worldwide, marking a significant milestone in its distribution and availability. Notable distributors such as ThinkFilm, eOne Entertainment, and Image played a crucial role in this global rollout, bringing the film to audiences in diverse markets and cementing its status as a truly international phenomenon.
Matt's groundbreaking creative vision and the film's far-reaching popularity propelled Six Reasons Why to the pinnacle of global recognition, thereby fortifying his reputation as a trailblazing director and firmly establishing him as a prominent figure in the Canadian film industry.
Matt's introduction to the realm of Science Fiction has been warmly welcomed by both the industry and the audience, as a resounding sense of excitement and anticipation has enveloped his work. His 2012 short film, D.N.E.: Do Not Erase, has garnered widespread acclaim, ultimately taking home the prestigious Best Science Fiction Award at the illustrious DragonCon convention, a monumental achievement that has left a lasting and profound impact on the scientific fiction community.
Matt's remarkable talent and the extraordinary reception of his work did not go unnoticed by the SyFy Network, which subsequently made the informed decision to greenlight his ambitious Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi feature, Mutant World, thereby demonstrating the network's unwavering commitment to providing a platform for innovative and captivating storytelling.
Matt's creative pursuits transcend the conventional boundaries of film and television, as he has established himself as a pioneering figure in the rapidly evolving realm of new media. His impressive body of work encompasses a diverse array of written and directed viral web-shorts, each one a testament to his innovative storytelling abilities and his capacity to captivate audiences worldwide. Furthermore, his prolific output has yielded a string of episodes for popular online series, which have collectively garnered a devoted following and cemented his status as a trailblazer in the digital entertainment landscape.
Matt's multifaceted talents have been showcased through the creation of numerous factual entertainment web-series, which have been eagerly acquired by prominent television broadcasters, solidifying his status as a formidable presence in the industry.
His most notable achievement is the award-winning wine series Grape Notes, which premiered on the esteemed Food Network, highlighting Matt's skill in crafting captivating and informative content that resonates with a diverse audience.
