Pain and Gain Movie Review by We Watched A Movie! Mark Wahlberg and The Rock get super steroid stupid along with Anthony Mackie in this dark comedy based on a true story by Director Michael Bay. Pain and Gain is the true story of a few body builders who may lack in brains but don't lack in desire for wealth and success.... even if they have to kidnap and torture Monk to do it! What is your favorite and least favorite Michael Bay films of all time? Does Pain and Gain suck or is it good? Comment Below!