Matthew Orton, a talented and accomplished individual, hails from the United Kingdom, where he has made a name for himself as a skilled writer and producer. Prior to embarking on his professional journey, Orton had the privilege of attending Magdalen College, a prestigious institution within the University of Oxford, where he successfully completed his undergraduate studies in History in the year 2010. During his time at Oxford, Orton demonstrated exceptional academic prowess, graduating with a first-class honors degree, a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft.
His inaugural foray into the realm of feature screenwriting, CLEAN, garnered significant recognition by being prominently showcased on the esteemed Brit List, thereby highlighting his burgeoning talent and potential within the industry at a relatively early stage of his professional journey.
It was the year 2012 that marked a pivotal moment in the literary career of Orton, as he emerged victorious in a prestigious BBC young writers' competition, a testament to his burgeoning talent as a writer and a harbinger of great things to come.
Matt's nascent career began with a stint in the prestigious Guiding Lights feature scheme, a highly regarded initiative that allowed him to be mentored by none other than Academy Award-nominated writer Matt Charman, whose impressive credentials undoubtedly had a profound impact on the young talent. This invaluable experience not only honed his skills but also earned him the esteemed title of 'Star of Tomorrow' bestowed upon him by Screen International, a recognition that serves as a testament to his remarkable abilities and unwavering dedication to his craft.
Notable events in Orton's professional trajectory took place in the year 2015, when he successfully negotiated the sale of a screenplay he had written, a historical drama centered on the dramatic capture of Adolf Eichmann, a notorious Nazi war criminal, to the prominent film studio MGM. This significant accomplishment led to his screenplay being featured on two prestigious industry lists, the Black List and the Brit List, in the subsequent year of 2016.
The screenplay, which had undergone a lengthy development process, finally came to fruition and was transformed into a feature-length film in the year 2018. This cinematic adaptation, titled Operation Finale, was brought to life by the direction of Chris Weitz, a renowned filmmaker known for his work on a variety of projects.
The film boasted an impressive cast, featuring the talented Oscar Isaac in a starring role. Additionally, the esteemed Sir Ben Kingsley joined the production, lending his considerable acting abilities to the project.
As of this moment, Orton is actively engaged in developing his television series, titled Devil's Peak, which is an adaptation of the highly acclaimed Benny Griessel novels penned by the renowned author Deon Meyer. This ambitious project is currently in production, with collaborations from prominent production companies such as MNET, Lookout Point, and Expanded Media.
Noted filmmaker Orton is currently engaged in the creative process of crafting new and original scenes and material for the highly anticipated Marvel Studios production, Captain America: Brave New World. As an integral part of this ambitious project, Orton is diligently working on developing fresh and exciting content that will be seamlessly integrated into the film's narrative.
