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Overview
- The biopic about MMA pioneer Mark Kerr opened in Brazilian cinemas on October 2.
- Dwayne Johnson’s performance is widely highlighted by critics as a striking departure from his action persona.
- O Globo praises the film for avoiding sports-biopic clichés and commends Johnson’s nuanced portrayal.
- G1 finds the narrative sluggish and unfocused despite strong work from Johnson and Emily Blunt.
- Awards chatter notes a possible first Oscar nomination for Johnson, though coverage emphasizes that it remains uncertain.