Dwayne The Rock Johnson is proving once again that he doesnt take shortcuts especially when it comes to transforming for a role.
In a new Instagram post, the wrestling icon-turned-actor shared a behind-the-scenes time-lapse video of his intense transformation into MMA legend Mark Kerr for the film The Smashing Machine. The clip shows Johnson sitting through a grueling four-hour process each morning, applying extensive prosthetics and makeup to become Kerr. He explained the daily ritual in the caption:
But for The Rock, the transformation wasnt just skin deep. He made it clear this physical change helped him mentally step into Kerrs complicated life.
He also took a moment to express his gratitude for the real-life man behind the story:
Johnson didnt do it alone. He credited his team of special effects experts, including Kazuhiro Tsuji, Brooklyn Allen, Glen Griffin, Spring Kun, and Nikki Solow all responsible for the jaw-dropping transformation thats already earning Oscar buzz.
The Smashing Machine tells the story of Mark Kerrs rise in the MMA world, along with his personal battles with addiction and relationships. Though the film faced a rocky opening at the box office, critics have praised Johnsons performance as one of the most powerful of his career.
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