Dwayne Johnson: I was pigeon-holed as box office star
Summary
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he felt trapped in roles as a blockbuster star and wanted to take on deeper, more intense acting projects. He stars in "The Smashing Machine," a movie about UFC fighter Mark Kerr, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival and may earn him an Oscar nomination. Johnson shared his desire to break free from being typecast and explore different types of roles.Key Facts
- Dwayne Johnson has been known for roles in big-budget movies like "Jumanji" and "Fast & Furious."
- He stars in "The Smashing Machine," a film about UFC fighter Mark Kerr.
- The movie premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
- Critics have praised Johnson's performance, calling it a significant change in his acting career.
- Johnson has expressed a desire to explore deeper and more varied roles.
- Emily Blunt, Johnson's co-star from "Jungle Cruise," also stars in the film.
- The film is directed by Benny Safdie and focuses on the early days of the UFC.
- Johnson may be considered for his first Oscar nomination following this role.
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