Dwayne Johnson Says Oscar Snub Ignites New Drive
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- Dwayne Johnson said the Oscar snub for his role as Mark Kerr in “The Smashing Machine” lit a fire in his spine, prompting him to return to work.
- The Smashing Machine premiered at the Venice International Film Festival, received a 15.5‑minute ovation and won the Silver Lion.
- Johnson was snubbed at the Oscars but earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Drama.
- Emily Blunt was also snubbed at the Oscars but earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama.
- Ryan Bader appears in “The Smashing Machine” alongside Johnson and Blunt.
- Lizard Music is the upcoming film where Johnson will reunite with director Benny Safdie.
Why it matters: Johnson's Oscar snub, despite “The Smashing Machine” earning a Silver Lion at Venice and Golden Globe nominations for both him and Emily Blunt, fuels his personal drive to return to work, promising continued collaborations with director Benny Safdie and sustaining his momentum across future high‑profile projects.
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