What’s the difference between Rocky and ‘The Smashing Machine’? The answer lies in its closeness to the sport and how it’s portrayed. Dwayne Johnson’s A24 feature The Smashing Machine hits theaters in just two days, and anticipation is running high for this $50 million Hollywood spectacle. Based on the turbulent real-life journey of UFC legend Mark Kerr , the film captures both the soaring highs and crushing lows of his career.

Directed by Benny Safdie, the project also shines a light on other fighters of that era, marking a dream-come-true moment for many involved in the project directly. After making waves at the Venice and Toronto film festivals, the film carried its momentum to Los Angeles this week with its official premiere. And now, with all the buzz surrounding it, Joe Rogan

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