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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson experienced an emotional premiere of “The Smashing Machine” at the Venice Film Festival, receiving a 15-minute standing ovation. Johnson, portraying UFC legend Mark Kerr, was moved to tears alongside co-star Emily Blunt, director Benny Safdie, and Kerr himself. The film’s powerful reception has sparked Oscar buzz, with Johnson acknowledging the transformative nature of the project.