Check out the official plot synopsis of Max, an upcoming family drama movie directed by Boaz Yakin based on a script he co-wrote with Sheldon Lettich:

Plot of Max:
“Inspired by true events, the plot tells of a military dog who is traumatized after his handler’s death in Afghanistan, and is sent home where he it adopted by the bereaved family. He bonds with the soldier’s troubled 14-year old brother, and together, they begin to heal one another and discover a secret about the soldier’s death.”

Mad max is a great dog, he served his country and now he’s going to help a kid: he’s a real hero!

Sheldon Lettich went to the Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, California, for a research trip for the screenplay:

The film is produced by Karen Rosenfelt (Marley & Me). The cast includes Thomas Haden Church, Lauren Graham, Robbie Amell, Jay Hernandez, Luke Kleintank, and Josh Wiggins.

The release date of Max is set to January 30, 2015.
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