'The Rock' In Tears: 15-Minute Standing Ovation Leaves Dwayne Johnson Weeping At Venice Film Festival

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson couldn’t hold back tears at the Venice Film Festival as his new movie, 'The Smashing Machine', received a 15-minute standing ovation. The wrestler-turned-actor, who stars as MMA legend Mark Kerr, was seen breaking down while his co-star Emily Blunt comforted him during the overwhelming applause. Directed by Benny Safdie, the sports drama has already sparked major Oscar buzz, with reactions being compared to Brendan Fraser’s comeback with 'The Whale' in 2022. Could this be the career-defining role that lands The Rock his first Academy Award nomination? WATCH-