Kenneth Mader is a renowned writer-director, celebrated for his unique fusion of science-fiction, action, and suspense with emotionally charged character-driven narratives. His storytelling approach often incorporates nonlinear plot structures, empowering female leads, and collaborative relationships with actors.
Mader's notable works include the feature film Displacement (2016),which received a multi-city U.S. theatrical release, was acquired by A+E Networks, and is now available on various platforms. The film boasts an impressive cast, featuring Courtney Hope, Bruce Davison, Susan Blakely, Sarah Douglas, and Christopher Backus.
His upcoming feature, Deep Focus, is a sci-fi thriller set to star Alaina Huffman, Bruce Davison, and Malcolm McDowell, with production scheduled for 2020.
Mader's early work, Carnivore (2000),was released through 20th Century Fox Video and premiered on SyFy, while his film Life at the Resort (2011) won Best Feature and Audience Choice Awards at various festivals.
As a short film creator, Mader has written, directed, and shot numerous award-winning projects, including Passing Darkness (2005),which has been developed into a book series, "The Arcadia Chronicles."
Mader's romantic comedy, Blind Luck (2007),premiered at the prestigious Method Fest Film Festival, and he has been recognized with various awards and nominations, including being named one of the "Top 100 Indie Filmmakers in the World."
As a writer, Mader has received accolades for his screenplays, including Best Feature Screenplay honors for Deep Focus and Excellence In The Craft Of The Written Word for Razer.
Born and raised in Chicago, Mader began his film career as a young production assistant, visual effects artist, and editor. He moved to Los Angeles in 2001 and has since established himself as a writer, director, and producer, with his development and production shingle, Maderfilm, featuring numerous projects in the pipeline.
