Chuck Jones Believed Max the Dog Was the Heart of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS

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• According to Jones, Max the dog was the emotional core of the Grinch story, providing both comic relief and a touch of humanity to the green grump.
• Jones asserted that Max's unwavering loyalty and patience with the Grinch's antics were key to making the character's transformation in the final act truly resonate with viewers.