Justin Haythe

Justin Haythe (born September 16 1973) is an American novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter.

Born in London, Haythe is a graduate of The American School in London and Middlebury College. He earned his MFA from Sarah Lawrence College. His debut novel, "The Honeymoon", was nominated for the 2004 Man Booker Prize. He co-wrote "The Clearing" with Pieter Jan Brugge. His adaptation of "Revolutionary Road" is scheduled for release in December 2008, and he is the writer and executive producer of "Snitch", currently in pre-production.

Haythe lives in New York City.

Writing career

The Clearing

Haythe wrote the screenplay of the 20th Century Fox thriller "The Clearing". The film was release in July 2, 2004, and was later release in DVD in November 9, 2004. The film is Haythe's biggest success to date.

Revolutionary Road

Haythe is currently writing the screenplay based on the popular 1961 book by Richard Yates, "Revolutionary Road", starting Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet and Kathy Bates. The film will be out in December 26, 2008.

nitch

Haythe is also working as a writer and executive producer in the film "Snitch". The film is currently in pre-production and will be released in 2009.

Producing career

nitch

Haythe is currently the executive producer of the film "Snitch".

Novels

The Honeymoon

Haythe's only novel to date is "The Honeymoon". The book was well praised by readers and was nominated for the Man Booker Prize. Haythe has plans to write another novel.

External links

* [http://alumni.asl.org/alumni/portal/news.asp?newsid=247994 American School in London alumni news]
* [http://www.middlebury.edu/administration/middmag/archive/2004/summer/mommy.htm Review of "The Honeymoon"]
* [http://www.filmmakermagazine.com/summer2002/features/25_faces16-20.php Interview with Haythe]