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‘The Smashing Machine’ Review: Dwayne Johnson Delivers the Blows as a Tormented Fighter in Benny Safdie’s Gritty and Downbeat MMA Flick

‘The Smashing Machine’ Review: Dwayne Johnson Delivers the Blows as a Tormented Fighter in Benny Safdie’s Gritty and Downbeat MMA Flick

Dwayne Johnson gives his most vulnerable performance yet in The Smashing Machine, Benny Safdie’s gritty solo debut about MMA legend Mark Kerr. Emily Blunt stuns as his chaotic partner in a film that blends bruising realism with emotional weight. A TIFF standout that trades knockouts for truth. This isn’t Rocky—it’s Raging Bull with opiates.

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Sydney Sweeney Steps into the Ring in First ‘Christy’ Trailer

Sydney Sweeney Steps into the Ring in First ‘Christy’ Trailer

Black Bear releases the first trailer for Christy, a boxing biopic starring Sydney Sweeney as Hall of Famer Christy Martin. Directed by David Michôd, the TIFF premiere has already sparked Oscar buzz. In theaters Nov. 7.

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‘Swiped’ Review: Lily James In A Hollow Hulu Biopic That Fails To Spark At Tiff World Premiere

‘Swiped’ Review: Lily James In A Hollow Hulu Biopic That Fails To Spark At Tiff World Premiere

Lily James stars in ‘Swiped,’ Hulu’s dramatized look at Whitney Wolfe Herd’s journey from Tinder to Bumble. Despite its style and solid performances, the film stumbles in its attempt to turn a startup saga into a meaningful empowerment story.

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Sydney Sweeney Fights Her Way Into the Oscar Race at TIFF World Premiere of ‘Christy’: ‘I’m Gonna Cry!’

Sydney Sweeney Fights Her Way Into the Oscar Race at TIFF World Premiere of ‘Christy’: ‘I’m Gonna Cry!’

Sydney Sweeney delivers a transformative performance in David Michôd’s boxing biopic Christy, which premiered at TIFF to emotional acclaim. Playing trailblazing fighter Christy Martin, Sweeney could be poised for her first Oscar nomination. The film co-stars Ben Foster and arrives in theaters November 7.

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Sydney Sweeney Shuts Down American Eagle Ad Questions at TIFF: “I’m Not There to Talk About Jeans”

Sydney Sweeney Shuts Down American Eagle Ad Questions at TIFF: “I’m Not There to Talk About Jeans”

Sydney Sweeney refuses to discuss her American Eagle ad controversy at TIFF, redirecting focus to her new boxing drama Christy. The David Michôd-directed film, premiering Sept. 5, sees Sweeney portray underdog champion Christy Martin in what could be her most transformative role yet.

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Dwayne Johnson’s The Smashing Machine Delivers TKO at Venice With 15-Minute Ovation

Dwayne Johnson’s The Smashing Machine Delivers TKO at Venice With 15-Minute Ovation

Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson as MMA legend Mark Kerr, brought the house down at Venice with a 15-minute ovation. Co-starring Emily Blunt, the A24 drama cements Johnson’s career-defining pivot into prestige acting.

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Kobe Bryant Film in the Works at Warner Bros.

Kobe Bryant Film in the Works at Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. secures With the 8th Pick, a new film chronicling Kobe Bryant’s legendary 1996 NBA draft night. Written by Alex Sohn and Gavin Johannsen, the project explores the pivotal decisions that could have changed the league forever.

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Timothée Chalamet Serves Up Quirky Sports Comedy in ‘Marty Supreme’ Trailer

Timothée Chalamet Serves Up Quirky Sports Comedy in ‘Marty Supreme’ Trailer

Timothée Chalamet stars in Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme, a quirky A24 sports dramedy with Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler, the Creator, and Fran Drescher. Opens December 25.

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‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’ to Headline NYFF63 Spotlight Gala

‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’ to Headline NYFF63 Spotlight Gala

Scott Cooper’s Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, starring Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen, will headline the NYFF63 Spotlight Gala on September 28, 2025, at Lincoln Center.

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‘Together Just the Music’: Jeff Buckley’s Legacy Echoes in ‘It’s Never Over’ Trailer

‘Together Just the Music’: Jeff Buckley’s Legacy Echoes in ‘It’s Never Over’ Trailer

Jeff Buckley’s myth and music are center stage in It’s Never Over, Amy Berg’s new documentary. With archival footage and interviews with his closest collaborators, the film reflects on Buckley’s legacy ahead of its August 8 release.

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Sam Mendes’ Beatles Films Land Heavyweight Writers—  including Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, and Jack Thorne

Sam Mendes’ Beatles Films Land Heavyweight Writers— including Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, and Jack Thorne

Sam Mendes’ four-part Beatles biopic series has secured Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, and Jack Thorne as screenwriters. Here’s what to expect from the 2028 cinematic event.

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‘The Smashing Machine’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson Is Unrecognizable as UFC Legend Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie’s Biopic From A24

‘The Smashing Machine’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson Is Unrecognizable as UFC Legend Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie’s Biopic From A24

Dwayne Johnson transforms into MMA icon Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, directed by Benny Safdie. Watch the trailer for A24’s raw, emotional biopic now.

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'The Alto Knights' Review: Sprawling, Richly Detailed Mafia Saga Serves Up a Double Helping of Robert De Niro

'The Alto Knights' Review: Sprawling, Richly Detailed Mafia Saga Serves Up a Double Helping of Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro stars as both Frank Costello and Vito Genovese in The Alto Knights, a masterful gangster drama directed by Barry Levinson and written by Nicholas Pileggi. Read our full review.

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‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ Review: Kaitlyn Dever Leads Netflix’s Wellness-Scammer Saga, but the Series Struggles to Deliver Depth

‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ Review: Kaitlyn Dever Leads Netflix’s Wellness-Scammer Saga, but the Series Struggles to Deliver Depth

Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar stars Kaitlyn Dever as Belle Gibson, a wellness influencer who faked her cancer cure. Read our review of this slick but shallow scammer saga.

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‘Peter Hujar’s Day’ Review: Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall Take an Illuminating Snapshot of a Queer Artist in Ira Sachs’ Gorgeous Character Study

‘Peter Hujar’s Day’ Review: Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall Take an Illuminating Snapshot of a Queer Artist in Ira Sachs’ Gorgeous Character Study

Ira Sachs’ Peter Hujar’s Day is a mesmerizing, deeply intimate character study of the iconic photographer, starring Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall. A must-see at Sundance 2025.

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Timothée Chalamet to Make History as Both Host and Musical Guest on ‘SNL’

Timothée Chalamet to Make History as Both Host and Musical Guest on ‘SNL’

Timothée Chalamet will make history on January 25 as the first non-professional singer in 30 years to serve as both host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live.

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Christmas Box Office: ‘Mufasa’ Roars to the Top While ‘Nosferatu’ Bites Into Strong Opening

Christmas Box Office: ‘Mufasa’ Roars to the Top While ‘Nosferatu’ Bites Into Strong Opening

Disney’s Mufasa claims the Christmas box office crown with $14.7M, while Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu impresses with an $11.5M debut. Check out the top holiday hits and awards-season contenders!

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