Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Dwayne Johnson's 'Smashing Machine' Premiere Draws Emotional Response
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's new movie, 'The Smashing Machine', premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
Johnson plays Mark Kerr, a UFC fighter.
The film co-stars Emily Blunt and is directed by Benny Safdie.
The movie received a 15-minute standing ovation, during which Johnson and Safdie were emotional.
The film highlights Kerr's professional achievements and personal challenges.
Johnson spent several hours daily on prosthetics for the role.
Johnson sought a raw and gritty role.
Dwayne Johnson stars in 'The Smashing Machine'.
Johnson portrays Mark Kerr in the film.
The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
The film received a 15-minute standing ovation.
Johnson was visibly emotional at the premiere.
- Who
- Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Benny Safdie
- What
- Premiere of 'The Smashing Machine'
- When
- September 1, during the Venice Film Festival
- Where
- Venice Film Festival
- Why
- To celebrate the premiere and Johnson's performance.
- Film Title
- The Smashing Machine
- Actor
- Dwayne Johnson
- Role
- Mark Kerr
- Co-star
- Emily Blunt
- Director
- Benny Safdie
- Event
- Venice Film Festival
- Ovation Length
- 15 minutes
Sources
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‘The Smashing Machine’ Review: Dwayne Johnson Rocks In Benny Safdie’s Free-Jazz Biopic Of Mixed Martial Artist Mark Kerr – Venice Film Festival
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