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Dwayne Johnson Applauds Nolan's Bold Take on The Smashing Machine

11/8/2025

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Dwayne Johnson praised Christopher Nolan's response to Benny Safdie's film *The Smashing Machine* at the Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards.
Nolan remarked that the film's unique perspective made him feel like he was "violating their space," noting its innovative direction.
Other honorees, including Inbal Weinberg and Douglas Ware, expressed gratitude for their teams, while Matthew Libatique highlighted the collaborative nature of cinematography.
Composers Nicholas Britell and David Atwood shared insights into their creative processes, emphasizing personal connections formed during production.

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Dwayne Johnson praised Christopher Nolan's response to Benny Safdie's film *The Smashing Machine* at the Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards.
Nolan remarked that the film's unique perspective made him feel like he was "violating their space," noting its innovative direction.
Other honorees, including Inbal Weinberg and Douglas Ware, expressed gratitude for their teams, while Matthew Libatique highlighted the collaborative nature of cinematography.
Composers Nicholas Britell and David Atwood shared insights into their creative processes, emphasizing personal connections formed during production.