Ben Maddow was an American screenwriter and documentarian known for his work in Hollywood during the mid-20th century. He co-wrote the screenplay for the acclaimed film "The Asphalt Jungle" and worked on several other notable projects. Maddow's career was impacted by the Hollywood blacklist during the McCarthy era, but he continued to contribute to the film industry through pseudonyms and later turned to documentary filmmaking. His work remains respected for its craftsmanship and narrative power.