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Fallen stars: why are Hollywood A-listers flopping at the box office?

This season has seen underwhelming results from stars such as Margot Robbie, Dwayne Johnson, Julia Roberts and Keanu Reeves

The Guardian - US

‘It’s New For Me.’ Dwayne Johnson Reacts After Christopher Nolan Praises His Work In The Smashing Machine

Earning Nolan's praise would be a badge of honor.

Cinemablend

Dwayne Johnson credits Brendan Fraser with kickstarting his movie career

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has credited Brendan Fraser with kickstarting his movie career by "embracing" him when he landed a small role in 2001 blockbuster The Mummy Returns.

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The Rock pays tribute to Brendan Fraser for helping kickstart his acting career 24 years ago in The Mummy Returns: "I love that man for that"

Dwayne Johnson is still grateful to Brendan Fraser for "embracing" him as a first-time actor on set of The Mummy Returns

Total Film

Christopher Nolan lauds Dwayne Johnson's 'incredible' performance in The Smashing Machine

Christopher Nolan was very impressed with Dwayne Johnson's performance in The Smashing Machine and told director Benny Safdie that his movie about former wrestler Mark Kerr will be "understood" more over time despite disappointing box office figures.

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Christopher Nolan says Dwayne Johnson has given best movie performance of 2025

‘It’s a really remarkable poiece of work,’ the ‘Oppenheimer’ director says

The Independent UK

Christopher Nolan calls The Rock's new movie The Smashing Machine "incredible" and "heartbreaking": "I don't think you'll see a better performance this year"

Despite flopping at the box office, The Smashing Machine has received big praise

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I Wasn't The Smashing Machine's Biggest Fan, But There's Something I Can't Stop Thinking About

It's all in the details.

Cinemablend

13 Famous Actors Who Refused to Work Together in Hollywood

Hollywood might look glamorous on the outside, but behind the scenes, egos, creative clashes, and personal rivalries often lead to real tension. Even the most talented actors sometimes draw a hard line about who they’ll share the screen with. Whether it’s over past drama, conflicting personalities, or on-set feuds that…

Plunged in Debt

After The Smashing Machine, 5 UFC Fighters I'd Love To See Get Biopics

More MMA biopics, Hollywood, please and thank you.

Cinemablend

Flopped? Dwayne Johnson Defends 'The Smashing Machine' After Shockingly Weak Debut

Dwayne Johnson defends his dramatic turn in Benny Safdie's 'The Smashing Machine' after a £4.45m ($6.00m) opening weekend; festival praise and industry analysis explain the divide.

International Business Times UK

I'm pretty sure Cillian Murphy's new Netflix movie is going to win awards

And I haven't even seen it!

Dwayne Johnson addresses The Smashing Machine debuting to a career-worst $5.9 million over its opening weekend: "In our storytelling world, you can't control box office results"

"Truth is, this film has changed my life"

Total Film

Dwayne Johnson Reacts To Smashing Machine’s Poor Box Office Performance, And Here’s What I Hope This Doesn’t Mean For The Future

The Rock’s latest didn’t exactly smash the box office.

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Dwayne Johnson reacts to Smashing Machine's box office flop with emotional statement

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has responded after his new film The Smashing Machine flopped at the box office to give the former wrestler the worst opening weekend of his career.

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Dwayne Johnson’s Smashing Machine Set A Record For The Wrestler-Turned–Actor (But Not A Good One)

The Smashing Machine did not smash the box office.

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The latest Taylor Swift movie is the future of cinema (and no, I'm not joking)

Forget superheroes: this is what saves the big screen.

Total Film

Despite critical acclaim, The Smashing Machine breaks an unwanted record for The Rock after going up against Taylor Swift at the box office

Moviegoers don't seem to be too interested in the actor's dramatic turn

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Emily Blunt lauds 'calming' Dwayne Johnson

Emily Blunt finds her The Smashing Machine co-star Dwayne Johnson to be a "calming" friend.

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Taylor Swift Rules The Weekend Box Office Again As The Release Party Of A Showgirl Dominates The Big Screen

The Smashing Machine gets off to a slow start.

The Independent UK

Taylor Swift's 'The Official Release Party of a Show Girl' debuts at No. 1 with $33 million

Taylor Swift's new film, “The Official Release Party of a Show Girl,” has topped the weekend box office with $33 million in North America

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I Can't Get Enough Of This Clip Of Emily Blunt Roasting People Who've Been Saying The Rock Is Skinny Now

Blunt brings the heat.

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Benny Safdie making Lizard Music for his kids

Benny Safdie wanted to work on his upcoming movie Lizard Music for his children.

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The Rock Explains Why He Doesn’t Considering The Smashing Machine As A ‘Fight Movie’

I completely understand where he's coming from.

Cinemablend

Dwayne Johnson Is Transformative In The Smashing Machine, But There's Another Performance I Hope People Start Celebrating

Can we get more of this guy?

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