Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Madison De La Garza Directs Debut Feature 'Sara Sarita' Starring Michael Madsen
A former child actress named Madison De La Garza has made her first big movie as a director.
The movie is called 'Sara Sarita' and it's a scary story about a young woman who finds out a dark secret about her family.
This secret is connected to an old spirit, who is said to be the daughter of the devil.
The movie is inspired by old Mexican tales.
A famous actor named Michael Madsen, who sadly passed away not long after filming, stars in it.
The movie was filmed in Ohio and should be out around Halloween in 2026.
Madison hopes the movie helps people think about their fears and themselves.
Madison De La Garza is making her feature directorial debut with the horror film 'Sara Sarita'.
The film stars Michael Madsen in one of his final roles, alongside Spencer Breslin, Michael Paré, and Kaili Thorne.
'Sara Sarita' is inspired by Mexican folklore and centers on a young woman uncovering a dark family secret involving an ancient spirit.
Filming took place in Ohio at Camp Marigold, with production resuming in honor of Michael Madsen after his passing.
The film is currently in post-production and is slated for release on Halloween 2026.
- Who
- Actor Madison De La Garza (making her directorial debut), Michael Madsen, Spencer Breslin, Michael Paré, Kaili Thorne, writer/producer Kate Queen
- What
- Completed production on the horror film 'Sara Sarita', inspired by Mexican folklore.
- When
- Filming took place this fall; Michael Madsen filmed two weeks before his passing; film slated for Halloween 2026 debut.
- Where
- Ohio, at Camp Marigold
- Why
- To tell a story honoring Mexican folklore while confronting themes of death, grief, and facing fears.
- Director
- Madison De La Garza
- Starring
- Michael Madsen, Spencer Breslin, Michael Paré, Kaili Thorne
- Inspired By
- Mexican folklore
- Logline
- A young woman uncovers a dark family secret tied to an ancient spirit known as Sara Sarita, the daughter of the devil.
- Setting
- Camp Marigold
- Filming Location
- Ohio
- Release Date
- Halloween 2026