Sam Santrock
Directing
Biography
Sam Santrock is an American writer, director and editor primarily known for blending humor, sincerity, and spiritual depth in his work. A graduate of Asbury University, he draws from a background in live action storytelling and a lifelong love of animation. His work ranges from absurdist humor to musical romance exploring identity, heartbreak, and friendship through a playful lens. His prominent work includes The Runaway Reel (2025), No One Was Supposed To Be (2025), Love At First Sight (2024), and Mount Olympus: Gas & Deli (2024). Sam brings intentionality and emotional clarity to each project, aiming to make films that are both entertaining and meaningful.
Known For
When a loyal office worker’s manufactured happiness is destroyed, he must escape the system that controls his life.
Charismanol
JUST ONE. MORE. SWIPE. As a group of friends play cards, one indivudal can’t manage to quit scrolling on his phone. Little does he know, terrible things happen to those addicted to their screens.
Screentime
When a proud, single man runs head first into the girl of his dreams, he may just discover what the phrase "love at first sight" truly means.
Love at First Sight
A man who lets a Magic 8-Ball run his entire life must finally take charge
F8te
Joe and Earl share breakfast, but something is off about Joe. In an attempt to lighten the mood, Earl pokes and pokes and pokes... until Joe snaps.
The Morning Joe
In the spirit of Christmas, Ted robs a supposedly empty home. Little does he know, Willis has a similar idea... Two robbers. One house. No brain.