The 1983 American crime drama, directed by Brian De Palma, is a remake of the 1932 film, which in turn is based on the 1930 novel by Armitage Trial.
It follows Cuban refugee Tony Montana (Al Pacino) who arrives in Miami during the Mariel boatlift and becomes a powerful drug lord.
The film, which had a box office of $66 million worldwide, was a commercial success, although its initial response was lukewarm from critics.
Fans of the movies are now devastated to learn that one of its stars has passed away.
One fan writes: “So memorable in Scarface and so many other roles.”
Another says: “We lost such an icon today.”
“One of the most underrated actors of all time,” declares a third. “Rest in paradise.”
Somebody else pens: “A presence you recognize from a hundred different places, even if you never knew his name. RIP.”
Harris Yulin, who played the role of corrupt Miami police detective Mel Bernstein, has died at age 88, his family has announced.
Born in Los Angeles on November 5, 1937, the American actor starred in over 130 productions, including Ghostbusters II and Training Day.
He was also known for his roles on Broadway, including The Diary of Anne Frank. The star’s last Broadway performance was over 20 years ago in the 2001 production of Hedda Gabler.
Yulin was set to star in the new MGM TV series American Classic as Linus Bean, with production in a matter of weeks.
He was reportedly delighted about taking part.
Director Michael Hoffman said: “Harris Yulin was very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered.
“His marriage of immense technique with an always fresh sense of discovery gave his work an immediacy and vitality and purity I’ve experienced nowhere else. And what he was as an actor, he was as a man, the grace, the humility, the generosity.
“All of us at American Classic have been blessed by our experience with him. He will always remain the beating heart of our show.”
According to Deadline , Yulin’s family confirmed that he died on June 10 in New York City of a cardiac arrest.
The actor is survived by his wife, Kristen Lowman, son-in-law Ted Mineo, nephew Martin Crane, and godchildren Marco and Lara Greenberg.
Yulin was predeceased by his daughter, Claire Lucido, who was also an actress.
