In his directorial debut, comedian, writer, and actor John Early stars as a plucky dishwasher who leaps to viral superstardom at a trendy food content-creation company. Maddie seems to have everything—adoring husband (Eric Rahill), ride-or-die bestie (Kate Berlant) and a cupboard full of ethically-sourced chili crisp—but mounting pressures threaten to reawaken a hidden secret from her troubled past. A pitch-perfect blend of satire, melodrama, daring tonal shifts and intimate performances, MADDIE’S SECRET announces a bold new cinematic voice.
Official selection: TIFF, New Directors New Films
“Soars on the fuel of its open-hearted sincerity…it’s hard not to be beguiled.” - RogerEbert.com
Previous in-person events:
Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00: Sneak Preview + Q&A with John Early
Wednesday, June 17 at 7:00: Sneak Preview + Q&A with John Early and Carla Lalli
Friday, June 19 at 2:15: Q&A with John Early moderated by John Wilson
Friday, June 19 at 4:45: Q&A with John Early moderated by Brace Belden
Friday, June 19 at 7:15: Q&A with John Early moderated by Ivy Wolk
Friday, June 10 at 9:45: Extended introduction by John Early
Saturday, June 20 at 11:30: Q&A with John Early moderated by Julio Torres
Saturday, June 20 at 2:15: Q&A with John Early moderated by Theda Hammel
Saturday, June 20 at 4:45: Q&A with John Early moderated by Sarah Sherman
Saturday, June 20 at 7:15: Q&A with John Early moderated by Amy Sedaris
Saturday, June 20 at 9:45: Extended introduction by John Early
Friday, June 26 at 7:20: Sleepover Screening with Emily Allan, Leah Hennessey, and Ruby McCollister, moderated by Alissa Bennett.