Yes, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Is a Serious Oscar Contender for ‘The Smashing Machine’
Dwayne Johnson delivers a transformative performance in Benny Safdie’s “The Smashing Machine,” putting him in the Oscar race for best actor.
9 Sep 00:00 · Variety
Dwayne Johnson, Oscar contender? ‘The Smashing Machine’ starts buzz at Venice Film Festival
Dwayne Johnson takes a serious turn as UFC fighter Mark Kerr in “The Smashing Machine,” which has its world premiere Monday at the Venice Film Festival. Reviews aren't out yet, but the actor is already sparking Oscar buzz for his transformation in the film from Benny Safdie. The festival has…
1 Sep 20:15 · Japan Today
Dwayne Johnson Uncontrollably Sobs as ‘The Smashing Machine’ Gets 15-Minute Venice Standing Ovation and Generates Oscar Buzz
Dwayne Johnson uncontrollably sobbed as the world premiere audience on the Lido chanted, cheered and screamed during a 15-minute standing ovation.
1 Sep 19:49 · Variety
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