Dwayne Johnson's film captivates the audience: Received a 15-minute standing ovation

“The Smashing Machine,” starring the famous actor Dwayne Johnson, nicknamed “The Rock,” premiered at the 82nd Venice Film Festival. The film is among the productions competing for the Golden Lion award.

The film, which attracted great interest, tells the story of the rise of famous MMA fighter Mark Kerr to the pinnacle of the mixed martial arts world. During the screening, the audience gave the film a 15-minute standing ovation.

HE COULD NOT HOLD BACK HIS TEARS

At the film's gala, lead actor Dwayne Johnson and director Benny Safdie could not hold back their tears following the screening. The film, which is among the festival's most notable productions, is being discussed as a strong contender for the Oscar season.

Directed by Benny Safdie, the film stars Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Bas Rutten. “The Smashing Machine” is set to be released on October 3, 2025, and is considered one of the most talked-about films of the year.