Travis Mathews

A master of the independent and LGBTQ+ cinema, Travis Mathews was born in 1975 in San Francisco, United States. He has been actively directing films since 2009, predominantly in the genres of drama and romance, with his most notable works being "I Want Your Love" (2012) and "Interior. Leather Bar" (2013), the latter co-directed with James Franco and earning him recognition at major film festivals like Sundance and Berlinale. Mathews' authorial style is recognized for its raw, intimate portrayals of male homosexuality and its intersections with identity and societal norms. Beyond his films, Mathews himself is a poignant voice in contemporary cinema, fearlessly delving into aspects of sexuality and human connection often left unexplored in mainstream filmmaking.