What happened to the guy that played The Mack?

What happened to the guy that played The Mack?

The actor Max Julien, star of the classic 1973 Blaxploitation film The Mack, has died. According to his wife Arabella Chavers Julien, he died early Saturday morning. He was 88.

Is Max the dog based on a true story?

Max is based on a true story about a Belgian Malinois used in military operations in Afghanistan. His handler, Kyle Wilcott (Robbie Arnell) is killed in action, and Max is sent back home.

Is the dog in Max real?

Five Belgian Malinois dogs were required to shoot the canine adventure Max. But only one dog had the chops to take the lead role: a 3-year-old rebellious spirit named Carlos. Director Boaz Yakin says it was crucial to find a star pooch to headline the film (in theaters June 26).

Is The Mack a true story?

The Mack was released in 1973 and was based upon a true story of an African American man in 1960s Oakland, California named Goldie (Max Julien).