Film News: The Rock receives huge standing ovation as ‘The Smashing Machine’ triumphs in Venice
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Film News: The Rock receives huge standing ovation as ‘The Smashing Machine’ triumphs in Venice

Dwayne ‘the Rock’ Johnson and Emily Blunt have teamed up for one of 2025’s most anticipated movies: The Smashing Machine.

Directed by Benny Safdie, remembered fondly for 2019’s Uncut Gems, The Smashing Machine premiered at the Venice Film Festival and left the audience stunned.

Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews is here to discuss the latest UFC flick.

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Film news: Early 2000s in its sequel era - The Devil’s wearing Prada again

Film news: Early 2000s in its sequel era - The Devil’s wearing Prada again

Remakes have been the story of the film industry over the last 10 to 15 years.

But are the iconic, early 2000s dramedies making a return? This time, in sequel form.

After what will be exactly two decades, the long-awaited release of The Devil Wears Prada 2 is on the horizon. Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo reports.

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Film opinion: Dwayne Johnson is taking a big swing in ‘The Smashing Machine’
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Film opinion: Dwayne Johnson is taking a big swing in ‘The Smashing Machine’

Dwayne Johnson’s upcoming role in director Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine is one hell of a departure.

Johnson, aka The Rock, is stepping out of his comfort zone to take on a truly dramatic world by a renowned indie filmmaker.

Film News Blitz’s David Bason celebrates Johnson’s bold move and reacts to The Smashing Machine trailer.

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