Dwayne Johnson’s dramatic turn in “The Smashing Machine” is generating serious Oscar buzz after its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2025. Critics are calling his performance as UFC fighter Mark Kerr “a revelation” in this gritty sports drama directed by Benny Safdie. The film, which received a remarkable 15-minute standing … Continue reading Johnson’s ‘Smashing Machine’ Gets 15-Minute Ovation at Venice