In a groundbreaking collaboration, Dwayne Johnson, renowned as the handsome hunk of Hollywood, is set to deliver a powerful performance in Benny Safdie’s solo directorial debut, ‘The Crushing Force.’ The film promises a compelling portrayal of real-life MMA legend Mark Kerr, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion.
Johnson, known for his successful transition from professional wrestling to Hollywood stardom, will take on the role of Kerr, exploring his rise in the competitive fighting world and shedding light on his personal struggles, notably his battle with painkiller addiction, culminating tragically in an overdose. Kerr’s relentless fighting style earned him the moniker ‘The Crushing Force.’
The collaboration between Johnson and Safdie, which began in 2019, sees Safdie not only directing but also taking charge of the screenplay, ensuring a captivating narrative. Noah Sacco from the studio creating the film expressed excitement, stating that Dwayne and Benny’s shared vision for Mark’s story is electrifying.
In addition to ‘The Crushing Force,’ Johnson has a plethora of upcoming projects, including the highly anticipated ‘Red Notice 2,’ a sequel to the action comedy, and ‘Red One,’ another project in the same genre where he will co-star with Chris Evans.
Meanwhile, Safdie, whose recent credits include Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer,’ the Judy Blume adaptation ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,’ and the series ‘The Curse,’ continues to make waves in the film industry.
Stay tuned for the cinematic journey as Dwayne Johnson and Benny Safdie bring Mark Kerr’s compelling story to life in ‘The Crushing Force.’
