The Venice Film Festival always promises fashion moments, and this year, Emily Blunt didn’t disappoint.
The 42-year-old actress lit up the red carpet at the premiere of The Smashing Machine, turning heads in a dazzling strapless gown that shimmered under the flash of cameras.
A Show-Stopping Look
Emily’s floor-length gown showed off her figure perfectly, while her choice of dust pink platform heels gave her some extra height and elegance.
Silver drop earrings added just the right touch of sparkle, and she wore her dark hair in soft, neat waves pulled back to reveal her glowing smile. She radiated confidence as she posed for the press.
A Powerful Duo on the Red Carpet
Walking alongside Emily was her co-star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, looking effortlessly stylish in a grey suit paired with an open-collared white shirt.
The two stars looked every bit the powerhouse duo as they promoted their new film together.
The Story Behind The Smashing Machine
The upcoming biopic dives into the dramatic and challenging life of former wrestler and MMA fighter Mark Kerr, played by Dwayne Johnson.
Emily takes on the role of Dawn Staples, Kerr’s then-wife, who battled her own demons as a recovering alcoholic.
Their relationship, marked by love, pain, and addiction, forms a central thread in the story.
Beyond the Glitz: A Serious Conversation
Earlier in the day, Emily and Dwayne sat on a panel to discuss the project.
Dwayne opened up about why the film matters to him, explaining how Hollywood often pushes actors into predictable roles for the sake of box office numbers.
He described The Smashing Machine as a passion project—one that steps outside the usual mold.
The Roots of the Film
The movie is inspired by John Hyams’ 2002 HBO documentary, also called The Smashing Machine.
The original film portrayed Kerr’s career highs and lows, his struggles with substance abuse, his 1999 hospitalization, and his rehab journey.
This dramatic foundation sets the stage for Emily and Dwayne’s performances.
Emily on Playing Real People
In a recent interview with PORTER magazine, Emily reflected on the weight of portraying real individuals.
She admitted the process can feel raw and vulnerable: “You know you’re gonna have to rip your ribcage open on something like this… and the other fear is that these people are still living, and you’re holding the beating hearts of their lives on a screen.”
For her, the priority is always to honor their truth.
Behind the Scenes of Production
Filming took place across multiple locations, including Vancouver, Los Angeles, New Mexico, and Tokyo.
Dwayne not only stars in the project but also serves as a producer.
The film is directed by Benny, a three-time Independent Spirit Award winner, marking his solo feature debut.
A Festival Highlight
Between Emily’s timeless glamour and the film’s gripping subject matter, The Smashing Machine has already become one of the most talked-about premieres at the Venice Film Festival.
With its release set for October 3, audiences won’t have to wait long to see the emotional and hard-hitting story unfold on screen.
