
Director
Matthew A. Cherry
1981
Full page on IMDbWho they are
- Born
- 14 December 1981
- Known for
- Hair Love
, The Last Fall, 9 Rides
Matthew A. Cherry is an American filmmaker and former NFL player. He is best known for the animated short Hair Love, which grew out of a record-setting Kickstarter campaign. He also directed the independent features The Last Fall and 9 Rides, and later became an executive at Monkeypaw Productions.
Where to start
Hair Love (2019)Full guide
His animated short about a Black father styling his daughter's hair, and the film that made his name.
The Last Fall (2012)Log in to add it to the library
His debut independent feature, about a former football player struggling after his playing career.
9 Rides (2016)Log in to add it to the library
An independent feature shot entirely on an iPhone, showing his resourceful approach to filmmaking.
Their films in the library
Awards
- 2020 Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film (Hair Love)
The full list · 3
- 2012The Last FallLog in to add it to the libraryDirector
- 20169 RidesLog in to add it to the libraryDirector
- 2019Hair LoveLog in to add it to the libraryDirector
Filmography data from TMDB. The profile text is a draft written for Cinespective.

