In The Smashing Machine, Dwayne Johnson’s Biggest Transformation Isn’t at the Box Office

Even when the numbers aren’t record-breaking, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson knows how to keep it real. His latest film, The Smashing Machine, opened to a modest $6 million at the domestic box office this past weekend — his lowest debut to date — but Johnson is taking it all in stride with his trademark positivity and humility. Instead of focusing on the figures, the global superstar turned his attention to what truly mattered to him: the creative journey. In a heartfelt post, Johnson praised the film’s director, Benny Safdie, calling it “an honor to transform in this role and...