The Samuel Project

The Samuel Project is a 2018 drama film directed by Marc Fusco. It stars Hal Linden and Ryan Ochoa.[2]

The Samuel Project
Directed byMarc Fusco
Written by
Produced by
  • Jeff Deverett
  • Steve Weinberger
  • Jane Hare
  • Rebecca Reyes
Starring
CinematographyStephen Sheridan
Edited byMarc Fusco
Music byJoey Newman
Distributed byin8 Releasing
Release date
  • September 28, 2018 (2018-09-28)[1]
Running time
92 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Plot

A teenager reconnects with his grandfather and creates art based on his experience in The Holocaust.[3]

Cast

Production

Principal photography took place in San Diego, CA.[4]

Release

The Samuel Project had a limited release on September 28, 2018 and expanded to nationwide on October 5.[4][5]

Reception

Critical response

Kimber Myers of the Los Angeles Times said "Despite its flaws, The Samuel Project is likely to make an impact on open-hearted audiences, with extra credit due Linden for an authentic performance in line with the actor's body of work."[6]

Accolades

The film won three San Diego Film Awards, Best Narrative Feature, Best Actor for Hal Linden and Best Director for Marc Fusco. Ryan Ochoa was also nominated for Best Actor.[7]

References
  1. Homnick, Jay D. (10 October 2018). "Uncle Samuel Needs You". The American Spectator. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
  2. McNary, Dave (July 19, 2018). "Hal Linden-Ryan Ochoa's 'The Samuel Project' to Be Distributed by In8 Releasing (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
  3. Carmona, Sergio (October 4, 2018). ""'The Samuel Project' connects Holocaust survivor, grandson". Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
  4. "SAN DIEGO - 'The Samuel Project' is in theaters nationwide on Friday, October 5th". CBS 8. October 4, 2018. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
  5. Ottiniano, Liz (September 26, 2018). ""The Samuel Project" Starring Hal Linden & Ryan Ochoa Receives Expanded Multi-City Release Through AMC Independent". PR Newswire. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
  6. Myers, Kimber (October 4, 2018). "Review: Well-meaning, if flawed, Holocaust-inspired drama 'The Samuel Project' touches the heart". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
  7. "FILM CONSORTIUM TV: San Diego Film Awards (2019)". PBS. May 31, 2019. Retrieved August 7, 2021.
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