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The Smashing Machine

October 8, 2025 ~ philthebearblog ~ 1 Comment

The story of mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr (Dwayne Johnson) between 1997-2000 as he competes in the Pride fighting championships in Japan.  Opening in 1997 we see Kerr demolish an opponent as we hear a voiceover of him being interviewed by a journalist. He is explaining how winning in the ring is a high … Continue reading The Smashing Machine

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