Matt Embry

Renowned Canadian filmmaker, Matt Embry, was born in 1973 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and has been actively making films since the early 2000s. He primarily works within the documentary genre, with his most famous films including "Living Proof" and "Theo Fleury: Playing with Fire," both of which have been highly acclaimed, though they have not garnered him awards at major film festivals. Embry's authorial style is characterized by a deeply personal and intimate approach to storytelling, often involving health and social issues. As a director, Matt Embry's ability to balance objectivity with sensitivity in his portrayal of difficult subjects truly sets him apart in the world of documentary filmmaking.