The Recluse

Matt Webb · 2025 · 13 minutes

In early 2025 a breach at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory puts residents of Oak Ridge and surrounding counties at risk. During a mandatory curfew imposed by local officials, a man reluctantly allows strangers who show up at his doorstep to spend the night waiting inside.

Matt Webb is a actor, writer, director and producer from Maryville, TN. He has written and directed several short films including several with successful festival runs. Matt seeks out stories that are character driven and explore issues of the shared human condition. He is a father of two and in his free time, loves spending time helping others pursue their own filmmaking passions.

Thomson Nguyen is an Emmy-nominated Vietnamese-American cinematographer from New England. His work lies both within the narrative and commercial realms. And his work in short films has been recognized by festivals across the US and abroad. Thomson prioritizes the director’s vision, while aiding them with his depth of understanding in lighting, composition and story.