Detail About Dwayne Johnson’s Movie That Will Skyrocket Your Excitement!

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Despite Dwayne Johnson currently being absent from WWE, I find myself eagerly anticipating “The Smashing Machine,” an upcoming A24 film about trailblazing and contentious MMA fighter Mark Kerr. Directed by Benny Safdie, who is known for “Uncut Gems,” this movie has been on my radar for quite some time and is one I can’t wait to catch in the 2025 lineup. My excitement level just skyrocketed due to a small piece of information.

More recently, I discovered the extraordinary lengths Safdie took to make The Smashing Machine feel as genuine, accurate, and authentic as could be, a detail that old-school MMA enthusiasts will find fascinating. So, without further ado, let’s delve into these revelations…

The Smashing Machine Has Been One Of My Most Anticipated Movies For A Long Time

For about two years, I’ve kept tabs on the progress of “The Smashing Machines.” Each new image of Dwayne Johnson as MMA fighter Mark Kerr has been unveiled, I must admit, I find it hard to recognize him, but my anticipation for this movie grows stronger. To put it simply, this film has been at the top of my list of eagerly awaited movies for quite some time now, and I’m absolutely thrilled to see how it shapes up for The Rock’s career.

Just as I was already bursting with anticipation for the long-awaited sports biopic, “The Smashing Machine”, a trailer was released and the atmosphere became even more charged. However, that’s not the only reason my enthusiasm for this film has soared to unprecedented levels. In fact, it’s merely the start…

But Hearing That Benny Safdie Shot The Fight Scenes Using The Same Cameras As The Old PRIDE FC Has Me Even More Hyped

Recently, a friend introduced me to an interview on Matt Serra’s YouTube channel featuring MMA legend Bas Rutten. In this conversation, Rutten, who collaborated extensively with the director and Dwayne Johnson for ‘The Smashing Machine’, emphasized how dedicated Benny Safdie was to achieving authenticity. Remarkably, he mentioned that Safdie even sourced the exact cameras used by PRIDE FC during Mark Kerr’s era for their film.

In their production, they employed cameras identical to the ones PRIDE employs. However, for the specific close-ups during when the fighter approaches, they utilized a distinct camera. He procured those special cameras, which gave the appearance of continuity, yes, he’s quite skilled. That man is deeply immersed in his work, indeed.

Initially, when I watched the trailer for The Smashing Machine, I assumed the fight scenes were enhanced through clever editing and special effects to give them a grainy, faded appearance. But discovering that Safdie went above and beyond to create a genuine look rather than enhancing it later is nothing short of remarkable.

The Attention To Detail In This Movie Is Going To Be Nuts, And I’m Along For The Ride

Over time, there have been some fantastic MMA films, with “Warrior” being a particular favorite of mine. However, after listening to Bas Rutten’s enthusiasm about the cameras on the set of the upcoming sports film, my excitement has reached unprecedented levels. In the same interview, Rutten mentioned that Benny Safdie had painstakingly replicated the Tokyo Dome by covering the set with Japanese text and even using the exact lights that were used during PRIDE events at the renowned stadium.

It’s clear there are other methods the team behind “The Smashing Machine” used to create such an authentic MMA atmosphere for the stage, and I’m eagerly anticipating seeing it all come together when the film premieres this fall.

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2025-05-05 18:09