Growing up in poverty and being part of the LGBT community with a Native American background has given Matty a unique perspective of the world around him. Having the most Vimeo Staff Picks in the world, Matty's very signature style has sent a shock wave through the film industry influencing other creatives to adopt his unusual techniques. Matty is Emmy-nominated and has been featured in various festivals and publications around the world such as Tribeca Film Festival, Sundance, New York Times, 60 Minutes, Ellen, The Atlantic Magazine, Indiewire, Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, etc. He was recently awarded the 2018 Independent Spirit Award 'Story Award'. He is in development on a feature film.