The Smashing Machine

In the late 1990s, an ambitious mixed martial artist pursues greatness while facing the physical and emotional costs of competition. Outside the ring, his dependence on opioids and volatile relationship with his girlfriend place increasing pressure on his career, priorities, and personal life.

My take

You’ll like this if you prefer intimate, unconventional sports dramas and strong performances over nonstop action; Not for you if you want a fast-paced, crowd-pleasing fight movie with a tightly structured story.

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