Max (HBO)

About Max (HBO)

The movie "Max" is a family-adventurous film directed by Boaz Yakin. Released in 2015, the movie portrays the story of a military dog from Afghanistan who is adopted by his late handler's grieving family in the United States, where his handler's younger brother, Justin, takes responsibility for him. The plot continues as Justin and Max soon unravel a secret that may threaten not only their individual lives but also that of their family.

Making / Production

"Max" was filmed in North Carolina, United States. It was jointly produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Sunswept Entertainment, in association with Warner Bros. Pictures. The movie had a budget of approximately $20 million and was well-received in the box office resulting in a gross over $43 million.

Actors

• Josh Wiggins as Justin Wincott, an antisocial teenager who forms a special bond with Max. Josh perfectly captures the essence of a troubled yet compassionate youth.
• Lauren Graham as Pamela Wincott, mother of Justin. Graham delicately brings forth the resilience of a mother coping with loss and domesticity.
• Thomas Haden Church as Ray Wincott, Justin's reticent father. Church's understated performance adds depth to the familial storyline.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Max, the titular character, is a Belgian Malinois. These dogs are often used in the military due to their high intelligence and agility.
• Apart from being an adventure-drama, "Max" is also considered an antidote to the PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) war narrative.

Quotes

• "Hero is not a word I would use to describe him" - Ray Wincott
• "Remembering him comes in flashbacks and echoes" - Justin Wincott

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score for "Max" was composed by Trevor Rabin, a South African-born composer.
• Notably, Hans Zimmer, a renowned German film score composer and record producer made a musical contribution to the film.