Maddie’s Secret

Maddie’s Secret is comedian, writer, and actor John Early’s critically-acclaimed directorial debut starring himself as Maddie, a plucky dishwasher who leaps to viral superstardom at a trendy food content creation company.  While her life seems picturesque – complete with an adoring husband (Eric Rahill), ride-or-die best friend (Kate Berlant) and a cupboard full of woman-owned, ethically-sourced chili crisp to boot – mounting professional pressures threaten to reawaken a hidden secret from her troubled past. A pitch-perfect blend of satire, melodrama, daring tonal shifts, and intimate performances, the film marks a bold new voice in contemporary cinema. (Dir. by John Early, 2026, USA, 98 mins., Not Rated)