The Bewitching Paradox of Dwayne Johnson in 'The Smashing Machine'
Author's summary: Dwayne Johnson shines in 'The Smashing Machine'.
Dwayne Johnson has been a part of our lives for a long time, known to us as a professional wrestler, actor, or media magnate, and famously referred to as "The Rock".
In Benny Safdie's solo directorial debut, 'The Smashing Machine', Johnson's on-screen presence is transformed, hidden beneath 23 facial prosthetics, as he portrays legendary mixed martial artist Mark Kerr with deep nuance.
This performance could potentially earn Johnson his first Oscar nomination, marking a significant milestone in his career.
This review contains spoilers from the 2025 film "The Smashing Machine."
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