A prolific writer, Max’s credits span nearly every aspect of the industry, earning nine nominations and two "Shamus" awards from the Private Eye Writers of America. Max’s novel, Road to Perdition is in development with DreamWorks, starring Tom Hanks and Paul Newman and directed by Sam Mendes. A recipient of four Iowa Motion Picture Awards for screenplays, his credits include The Expert, an HBO World Premiere; Mike Hammer’s Mikey Spillane (which he also directed), and the innovative Real Time: Siege at Lucas Street Market. He also wrote and directed the suspense film Mommy, premiered on Lifetime, as well as the sequel, Mommy’s Day.
