Welcome Matt Explained

Welcome Matt
Director:	Leon Pierce Jr.
Distributor:	Gravitas Ventures
Runtime:	92 minutes
Country:	United States
Language:	English

Welcome Matt is a 2021 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Leon Pierce Jr. and starring Tahj Mowry,^[1] GG Townson, Deon Cole and Jazsmin Lewis.

Premise

Matt is an aspiring writer/director in his 20s who suffers from agoraphobia following a traumatizing experience. Not wanting to leave his apartment, Matt decides to make his movie there. Following the breakup with his girlfriend as well as an eviction notice, Matt decides to see an at-home therapist to overcome his agoraphobia.

Cast

• Tahj Mowry as Matt
• Aaron Grady as Cedric
• Deon Cole as Norman
• Jazsmin Lewis as Angela
• Dorien Wilson as Harold
• GG Townson as Lisa

Release

Gravitas Ventures acquired North American distribution rights to the film in March 2021.^[2] The film was released in theaters and on demand on May 28, 2021.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Mariel Turner. Tahj Mowry talks 'Welcome Matt,' future of Viola Davis' 'Black Don't Crack' after ABC passes. June 1, 2021. TheGrio. July 23, 2021.
2. Etan Vlessing. Gravitas Ventures Nabs 'Welcome Matt' Comedy (Exclusive). March 15, 2021. The Hollywood Reporter. July 18, 2021.
3. Stephanie Prange. Comedy 'Welcome Matt' Coming to Theaters and On Demand May 28 From Gravitas Ventures. March 19, 2021. Media Play News. July 18, 2021.