Howard A. Rodman

Howard A. Rodman

Personal Details

Spouse
  • Mary Beth Heffernan

    ( Jun 25, 2017 to Jul 9, 2025 )
  • Anne Friedberg

    ( Jun 24, 1990 to Oct 9, 2009 )
Parents
  • Howard Rodman
  • Dorothy Rodman
  • Norma Connolly
Relatives
  • Adam Rodman (Sibling)

Biography

Howard A. Rodman is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of accomplishments in the fields of screenwriting, novel writing, and education.

As a prominent figure in the film industry, Rodman has held various esteemed positions, including President of the Writers Guild of America, West, and Vice President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Rodman is also a dedicated educator, having served as a professor and former chair of the writing division at the USC School of Cinematic Arts.

Moreover, Rodman has been involved with the Sundance Institute Screenwriting Labs, serving as an artistic director and fostering the development of new and innovative screenplays.

As a scholar, Rodman is a fellow of the Los Angeles Institute for the Humanities, further solidifying his reputation as a respected and accomplished individual in his field.

Rodman's impressive filmography includes the critically acclaimed films "Joe Gould's Secret", "Savage Grace", and "August", which boasted an impressive cast featuring Julianne Moore, Josh Hartnett, Rip Torn, and the late David Bowie.

"Joe Gould's Secret" was an official selection at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2007, further cementing Rodman's status as a talented and accomplished screenwriter.

Career

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2015
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2008
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2008
August
August as Screenplay
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2007
Savage Grace
Savage Grace as Screenplay
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2000
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1973
Harry O
Harry O as Writer
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1968
Coogan's Bluff
Coogan's Bluff as Screenplay