Samuel Lee Fudge is a celebrated actor, writer, director, and producer known for his international acclaim. He earned his M.F.A. in Performing Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and holds a B.A. in Film from Paine College in Augusta, GA. In 2023, he made history as the first actor to portray Marcus Garvey in a narrative film with Mosiah, a groundbreaking project he also wrote. This film is the first narrative portrayal of Garvey's life.
Awards include:
- Best Short Film - Charlotte Black Film Festival
- Staff Pick Award - DMViFF
- Harriette Tubman Award - Hip Hop Film Festival
- Audience Award - LightReel Film Festival
- Best Actor - Queens Underground International Film Festival
- Best Actor - San Antonio Black International Film Festival
- Best Performance - Black Film Summit
- Best Film Award - The Africa Diaspora Cinema
- Best Film - International Black & Diversity Film Festival
- Best Short Film- Killeen Black Art and Film Fest
UPCOMING PROJECTS
Mosiah has been selected for 37 film festivals, and won 18 awards. Currently nominated for outstanding short film - Black Reel Awards.
The Fudge Factory
Fudge Factory Productions is committed to producing socially impactful films that are engaging, thought-provoking, and influential for diverse cultures. Every project conveys a unique and productive perspective on universal social issues while at the same time offering a fresh breath of enlightenment.