STICK WITH THE WINNERS! –
Sept. 9, 2025 – Matthew Michael Ross is the founder of AON Films. His suspense drama, “Invisible,” has achieved significant acclaim, receiving seven awards and five-star reviews, and it recently premiered on Prime Video. “Food for Thought” received a nomination for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Other notable projects, such as “Desperation Highway” and “Mother’s Day Memories,” have also garnered notable recognition.
Q. What is one word you would use to describe yourself?
A. Perseverance. It takes a lot to accomplish anything that’s important. A lot of people begin a project and get sidetracked or get discouraged. Sometimes I feel like a dog with a bone and I won’t let go. I think that’s one of the secrets to success.
Q. If you ever retire, would you prefer to live by the ocean, lake, river, mountaintop, desert, or penthouse?
A. Even though I grew up in the country by a river and also spent time living by the ocean, I’ve grown accustomed to city living. I like being able to walk everywhere. I enjoy walking for groceries and shopping. I prefer not to drive if possible. I think a penthouse is a bit extravagant, but let’s just say a nice apartment in a city building. Maybe Paris, maybe London, maybe New York.
Q. How do you measure success?
A. I can’t remember who said this or how it goes exactly, but “fame is what other people give you, while success is what you give yourself.” For me, success is measured by the projects I complete, the projects I create, and the people I surround myself with.
