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Samuel Goldberg
Creative Producer
Samuel Goldberg is a film, television, theater, and live events producer based in New York City. He is best known as the lead producer of the independent feature film "Silo".13
Career Highlights
Film Production: Goldberg serves as the lead producer and CEO of Silo Film LLC.45 "Silo" is notable for being the first feature film to focus on grain entrapment, a dangerous agricultural hazard.4 The film was released in over 200 theaters across 36 states, which Goldberg considers a significant achievement for an independent production.3
Production Process: As lead producer, Goldberg was involved in all aspects of bringing "Silo" to life:
- Raising over $1 million in funding
- Developing the script through 45 drafts
- Hiring key crew members like cinematographers and costume designers
- Overseeing a crew of about 45 people2
Partnerships: Goldberg formed crucial partnerships to make "Silo" possible, including:
- Collaborating with farmers for authentic locations
- Partnering with Sukup Manufacturing Co. for grain handling equipment
- Working with Oscilloscope Laboratories for worldwide distribution3
Background
Despite producing a film centered on rural agricultural issues, Goldberg is a native New Yorker who grew up in Manhattan.2 His lack of familiarity with grain entrapment initially sparked his interest in the project when it was pitched to him in 2014.3
Other Work
Before "Silo," Goldberg was involved in other productions:
- Founder and Producer at Diamond Films5
- Additional crew member on "Ocean's Thirteen" (2007)1
- Actor in "Keeping the Faith" (2000)1
Goldberg continues to be actively involved in promoting "Silo" through community screenings and other outreach efforts.46