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The Counterfeit Kid

Jack, a simple farmhand sets out to make a name for himself, ending up on the trail of a buried treasure. Unfortunately, he's been impersonating the infamous outlaw "Bloody" Ben Harris. Now, he will need all his friends to help him outwit Harris, find the treasure, and return to his true love Olivia.

  • Matthew S Taggart
    Director
  • Matthew Stoddard Taggart
    Writer
  • Ian Hawkes
    Writer
  • Matthew Stoddard Taggart
    Producer
  • Stacylyn Lyman Taggart
    Producer
  • Brando White
    Key Cast
    "Jack"
  • Kelsey Edwards
    Key Cast
    "Olivia"
  • Sariah Hopkin
    Key Cast
    "Edna May"
  • Bryce D Fernelius
    Key Cast
    "Chaco"
  • Bob Sagers
    Key Cast
    "Rev. Jerry Payne"
  • Matt Mascaro
    Key Cast
    ""Bloody" Ben Harris"
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    Adventure, Comedy, western
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 37 minutes
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Marina del Rey Film Festival
    Culver City
    United States
    June 14, 2023
    World Premiere
    Best Sound
  • Wyoming International Film Festival
    Cheyenne
    United States
    July 9, 2023
    Wyoming Premiere
    Best Wyoming Film, Audience Award Best Feature Film, Audience Award Best Wyoming Film
Director Biography - Matthew S Taggart

I was lucky enough to grow up in Cody Wyoming, a small town just east of Yellowstone National Park. As a kid I wanted to be a starship captain or a Ghostbuster. I decided making movies would be the closest I'd get.
I've been working in film and video for close to 18 years now. I've produced television, and two feature films. I have a master's degree in film and media studies from the University of Arizona.
I want to continue making fun films that bring adventure to viewing audiences.

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Director Statement

First and foremost, the reason I love directing is because it allows me to be a storyteller. I want to make films that remind me of the way I felt going to the theater as a kid. I want to tell stories that bring people together and generate a greater sense of community and charity for viewing audiences.