Actress Emily Blunt is currently in negotiations to star in the upcoming film 'The Smashing Machine' alongside Dwayne Johnson.
Blunt, known for her acclaimed performances and an Academy Award nomination, is poised to portray the character Dawn Staples, the new spouse of legendary MMA fighter Mark Kerr. The narrative revolves around Dawn's struggles to find her footing amidst Champion's tumultuous and conflicting world while endeavoring to establish a life together, according to reports from deadline.com.
'The Smashing Machine' is a gripping drama inspired by the life of Kerr, an iconic figure from the no-holds-barred era of UFC. The storyline delves into Kerr's battles with victory, relationships, substance abuse, and companionship, all set against the backdrop of the tumultuous year 2000.
Kerr boasts an impressive list of accolades, including being a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, winner of the World Vale Tudo Championship tournament, PRIDE FC Heavyweight Champion, 1992 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, 1994 National Freestyle Champion, and a four-time ADCC World Submission Champion.
Furthermore, Kerr's life story was previously explored in a documentary titled 'The Smashing Machine' released in 2003.
Directed by Benny Safdie, renowned for his directorial work on projects like 'Heaven Knows What', 'Good Time', and 'Uncut Gems', 'The Smashing Machine' promises to be a compelling exploration of Kerr's journey in the world of MMA.
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