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Last year, the wrestling biopic ‘The Iron Claw’ captivated audiences, earning recognition as a remarkable piece of art in the film industry. Depicting the life and legacy of the esteemed Von Erich family, the movie raised high expectations on the silver screen. 

Notably, a popular country singer, a close friend of Dwayne Johnson, and a platinum-selling artist shared her perspective on the film. Join us as we explore how this Grammy-winning artist commended Zac Efron‘s performance in ‘The Iron Claw.’

Dwayne Johnson’s friend Adele’s favorite movie of the year

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During her recent performance at the Weekends With Adele concert, the British musical sensation showered generous praise upon ‘The Iron Claw.’ She labeled it as one of the best films she’s ever seen and deemed it the top movie of the past year in her opinion. 

Starring Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, and Harris Dickinson in key roles, the film was released in December 2023 and garnered widespread acclaim from both fans and critics. 

Centered around the wrestling lineage and tragedy of the Von Erich family, the movie is recognized as a significant piece of wrestling history. A user recently shared the renowned pop sensation Adele’s video on Twitter, where she showered high praise upon the movie. 

She said, “Obviously, there’s like loads of great movies, but if you haven’t seen it, Iron Claw was my favorite movie of the year. It’s about a very famous American wrestler family.” “I was so blown away by Zac Efron in that movie. So my favourite movie of the year is Ironclaw…… It’s the best movie I’ve seen this year. You have to see it,” said Adele. 

Adele specifically lauded Zac Efron’s portrayal of Kevin Von Erich, acknowledging his remarkable body transformation and outstanding performance. Despite being relatively unknown to a portion of the wrestling fan base, ‘The Iron Claw’ achieved a domestic box office gross exceeding $30 million

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Besides Adele’s surprise at Efron’s performance, did you know she was also pleasantly surprised by Dwayne Johnson at last year’s Grammy Awards?

Dwayne Johnson surprised his Platinum-selling artist friend at Grammy’s?

Dwayne Johnson surprised Adele at the Grammys, showcasing his genuine love for fans. Despite being an inspiration for many, The Rock continues to astound celebrities personally. In an interview with Variety, he revealed the meticulous planning behind the surprise. 

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During the Grammys, a hint from Trevor Noah led to The Rock’s unexpected appearance, bringing joy to Adele. Their heartfelt interaction left her elated. Adele had previously expressed admiration for The Rock, recalling a touching gesture when he sent her flowers. 

Meeting The Rock at the Grammys fulfilled her dream, making the evening truly memorable. The surprises continued as The Rock presented an award to his “best friend” Adele later that night, adding to her unforgettable experience.

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What do you think about Adele’s verdict on the film?

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