Dwayne Johnson has been cast as MMA champion Mark Kerr in the upcoming biopic *The Smashing Machine*. The film, directed by Benny Safdie and produced by A24, will explore Kerr’s highs and lows in the UFC, including his struggles with addiction, love, and friendship in the year 2000.
| Dwayne Johnson to Star as MMA Champion Mark Kerr in New Biopic |
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| Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has been cast as MMA champion Mark Kerr in the upcoming film The Smashing Machine. The biopic, directed by Benny Safdie and produced by A24, will delve into Kerr’s highs and lows in the UFC, including his struggles with addiction, love, and friendship in the year 2000. |
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has been cast as MMA champion Mark Kerr in the upcoming film The Smashing Machine. The biopic, directed by Benny Safdie and produced by A24, will delve into Kerr’s highs and lows in the UFC, including his struggles with addiction, love, and friendship in the year 2000.
The former wrestler and mixed martial arts athlete, who rose to prominence in the ’90s and early 2000s, will bring Kerr’s inspiring story to life on the big screen. The film, based on the documentary The Smashing Machine: The Life and Times of Extreme Fighter Mark Kerr, will be a captivating portrayal of Kerr’s journey.
A24, known for its unique and thought-provoking productions, is both producing and financing the biopic. Johnson and Safdie have been working on the project since 2019, when Seven Bucks Productions acquired the rights. The collaboration between Johnson and Safdie promises to be electrifying, with their shared vision for telling Kerr’s story.
This venture is a departure from Johnson’s usual big-budget action films, but his background in wrestling and MMA makes him a perfect fit for the role. Safdie, on the other hand, has previously worked with A24 and showcased his talent as an actor in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer.
The specific plot details of The Smashing Machine have not been revealed yet, but fans can expect an enthralling exploration of Kerr’s career and personal struggles. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!
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