The Smashing Machine Review: Dwayne Johnson’s A24 Sports Movie Is A Total Bust
The hype surrounding The Smashing Machine has been astronomical and for good reason. It’s Benny Safdie’s first solo directorial effort after working with his brother Josh on acclaimed hits like Good Time and Uncut Gems. Rumors of a massive budget make it possibly one of the most expensive films A24 has ever made as it makes a push for bigger films in general. And it’s Dwayne Johnson’s big Oscar vehicle, the box office giant’s first stab at a truly serious role.
