Matt Ross is an American actor and director, known for his work both in front of and behind the camera. He gained recognition as a director with his films '28 Hotel Rooms' (2012) and 'Captain Fantastic' (2016), the latter earning him the Un Certain Regard award for Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival. Besides directing, Ross has had a notable acting career with roles in popular series such as 'Big Love' and 'Silicon Valley.'