Tropic Thunder

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SpangleFeb 1, 2016

Zany and bombastic, Tropic Thunder is a fantastic satirical skewering Hollywood, its members, and of war movies in particular. The acting, especially from Matthew McConaughey and Tom Cruise, is great and the film as a whole is trulyZany and bombastic, Tropic Thunder is a fantastic satirical skewering Hollywood, its members, and of war movies in particular. The acting, especially from Matthew McConaughey and Tom Cruise, is great and the film as a whole is truly hysterical. The various elements of Hollywood that are parodied are too numerous to list out, but each is given its due and is really mocked thoroughly. Though it can be over-the-top at times, it is a fantastic time throughout that really exceeded my expectations completely. I expected it to be pretty dumb all around, but instead, I got a crazy good time that kept me laughing from beginning to end. The writing is good, the mise en scene as a whole is very good, and I loved the make-up and characterization in particular. Overall, Tropic Thunder lived up to the hype and more.… Expand

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Compi24Mar 24, 2016

[8/10] -- About as equally apt and witty as it is gasp-worthy and absurd, "Tropic Thunder" is one of the better films from Ben Stiller's directorial filmography, featuring fun action, a brilliant sense of self-awareness, and impossibly[8/10] -- About as equally apt and witty as it is gasp-worthy and absurd, "Tropic Thunder" is one of the better films from Ben Stiller's directorial filmography, featuring fun action, a brilliant sense of self-awareness, and impossibly hilarious turns from both Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Cruise. "Tropic Thunder" is that unsung gem of a summer comedy that really brings in the consistent laughs, without sacrificing the story, pace, or characters. If only, we'd gotten "Tropic Thunder 2" before "Zoolander 2."… Expand

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Meth-dudeApr 19, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funny movie,awesome cast,great idea,This is the movie Tropic thunder in three words.This comedy movie is one of my favourite by far because of the actors(Ben Stiller,Jack Black,Robert Downey Jr,…) and because of the funny scenes if you want to watch a good action/comedy movie then pick him.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeMay 17, 2016

Now this is true comedy gold right here. Everyone managed to make this film look hilariously funny and I guarantee you that you'll have a fun time watching Tropic Thunder again. It's a movie within a movie.

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AaronWasserman1Apr 11, 2016

This movie is hilarious! even by today's standards. The cast is all really great, the highlight of the movie is at the very beginning with the trailers. Such a creative way to start the movie, in the theater, you are not sure if it even isThis movie is hilarious! even by today's standards. The cast is all really great, the highlight of the movie is at the very beginning with the trailers. Such a creative way to start the movie, in the theater, you are not sure if it even is the movie at first.… Expand

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KelvinSelimorOct 5, 2020

Tropic Thunder. Wild jungle and bald Tom. It's an awesome comedy. All the actors played great. Especially Tom Cruise who amazed me with his dance.

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Recon97Oct 2, 2017

I'm not a very big fan of most comedy movies, mostly because they tend to be repetitive and annoying. This movie is one of the very few exceptions. Good jokes, funny dialogue, and the acting giants Jack Black, Matthew Mcconaughey, and BenI'm not a very big fan of most comedy movies, mostly because they tend to be repetitive and annoying. This movie is one of the very few exceptions. Good jokes, funny dialogue, and the acting giants Jack Black, Matthew Mcconaughey, and Ben Stiller. 8/10… Expand

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AndrewBurgeApr 10, 2018

There is a scene in 'Tropic Thunder' in which Jack Black's screwball comedy actor Jeff Portnoy, dressed only in shorts, runs carrying a child in his arms in a Vietnamese drug dealers' camp. This scene enough, even when you couple it with itsThere is a scene in 'Tropic Thunder' in which Jack Black's screwball comedy actor Jeff Portnoy, dressed only in shorts, runs carrying a child in his arms in a Vietnamese drug dealers' camp. This scene enough, even when you couple it with its context, is still one so absurdly funny and surreal that Salvador's Dali paintings would look like conservative art which even your religious grandmother would adore while she cooks you your tenth portion of meatballs.

But, lets get back to the subject, shall we, and let me tell you that Ben Stiller's 'Tropic Thunder' is one of the funniest and intelligent satires I've ever seen. What sets it so high on the funny train is the fact that the satire and self-deprecation of the Hollywood superficial and blind life-style goes so deep that it almost feels as if it does not want to be taken seriously.

Indeed, it is a huge middle finger to all the producers, agents, executives, screenwriters, directors and mostly actors for their blind idiocy and their childish way of thinking, but also to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences themselves, although not that brave for obvious reasons. A good example of the ridiculous philosophies of Hollywood actors is when, Ben Stiller's character, Tugg Speedman, feels guilty after killing a panda bear by mistake simply because he once made a photo-shoot with one.

Yet, while the screwball humor gives an impression of being brainless, like Brandon T. Jackson's Alpa Chino (yes, even the names are puns) and his commercial appeal for the bottom of the ladies or Jeff Portnoy's scatophilic humor, there is deep thought about the controversial method acting and the mental health of dedicated actors, seen best through Robert Downey, Jr.'s brilliant performance of the five-time Oscar Winning Australian actor Kirk Lazarus. Why Australian? Well, why not? Australia hasn't really been used enough anyway. In the movie, he portrays a highly racist stereotype of a black man. As he says, when he is asked who he is, Lazarus replies simply: "I'm a dude playing a dude disguised as another dude".

So, the beauty of 'Tropic Thunder' is that it wants to be, first of all, a comedy which aims to make you laugh, and boy does it succeed! Sure, it is more deep and complex that it appears but it does not enforce its pretentious ideas on you.… Expand

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tai_fungJul 3, 2023

Just an utter skewering of Hollywood yet an enjoyable story at the same time. This was a movie, not an op-ed. And so very funny at that! RDJ well-deserved his Oscar nomination. I sort of hope they do NOT do a sequel -- some stories should beJust an utter skewering of Hollywood yet an enjoyable story at the same time. This was a movie, not an op-ed. And so very funny at that! RDJ well-deserved his Oscar nomination. I sort of hope they do NOT do a sequel -- some stories should be allowed to end.… Expand

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MarkB.Oct 9, 2008

To go "full-on retard" or not to go "full-on retard", that is the question. Perhaps if I were the parent of a Down's syndrome child I could more easily embrace the objections of those who are, in some cases, understandably offended by To go "full-on retard" or not to go "full-on retard", that is the question. Perhaps if I were the parent of a Down's syndrome child I could more easily embrace the objections of those who are, in some cases, understandably offended by the dialogues that occur late in Ben Stiller's take-no-prisoners film industry satire between actors debating whether to use restaint in portraying mentally challenged characters, as Tom Hanks did in Forrest Gump, or to go way over the top like Sean Penn in I Am Sam, and the box office and Academy Award rewards and penalties that potentially go with either approach. Although I can sympathize (if not empathize) with said critics, I think some of them may be too emotionally close to the subject to understand that Tropic Thunder's principals are figures of ridicule and NOT ROLE MODELS--after all, nobody objected when the Nazis in Schindler's List spewed anti-Semitism, did they? Besides, Kirk Lazarus's (Robert Downey Jr., enjoying a movie year that some actors would sell less-loved siblings to have) and Tugg Speedman's (Stiller) observations are dead-on--if anything they don't go far enough. This movie doesn't mention the worst example of all: Cliff Robertson's horrible overacting in 1968's Charly, which netted him an Oscar for a role that he ruthlessly engineered for himself while demolishing Daniel Keyes' fine novel in the process. Tropic Thunder also neglects to discuss how many Little Golden Guys inevitably go to performers who (pardon the expression in advance) go "full-on gimp", portraying PHYSICALLY challenged folks (Jane Wyman, Daniel Day-Lewis, Hanks in Philadelphia, etc., etc. It could be said--though not by me--that the only actor to honestly come upon an Oscar this way was Marlee Matlin.) Clearly, the actors and crew of a Vietnam movie-within-a-movie who fall down a real-life rabbit hole that Lewis Carroll never dreamed of think that Konstantin ("Love art in yourself, not yourself in art") Stanislavski was a long-deposed Balkan government official; Stiller and cowriter Justin Theroux are ruthless in depicting them, and the result is a movie whose box office success, like that of 2006's Borat, happily disproves the old saw that satire is what closes on Saturday night. Unfortunately, as with Borat, much of Tropic Thunder is funnier on paper than actually on screen (and it never manages to top the magnificent parodies seen in the first five minutes, which among other things should prove beyond all remaining doubt that hacks-from-hell Aaron Seltzer and Jason Friedburg should be shot into outer space). But even though Tropic Thunder is stuffed with insider jokes that will confuse if not outright bore casual moviegoers, it's difficult not to admire its utter mercilessness and lack of sentimentality in depicting EVERYONE in the profession as greedier and more heartless and self-centered than those in Wall Street and Washington combined. (Sadly, this hasn't changed much over the years; if you want proof, read Joseph McBride's disturbing John Ford and Frank Capra biographies. Nor will it: while AMC's brilliant TV series Mad Men delights in exposing the difference between early 1960s Madison Avenue culture and today's--puff, puff--TRopic Thunder could easily be remade 48 years later with very few changes.) But you gotta admire the resourcefulness, caginess and intelligence of A Certain Superstar whose recent couch-jumping antics, overespousal of religious beliefs and willingness to star in Robert Redford's boring Iraq preachathon have subjected him to hard times: his astonishing comeback cameo as a studio slimeball who maybe has taken a sequence in Risky Business a bit too much to heart has, at least for now, restored for Mr. Cruise the mantle of One Of The Smartest Guys In Hollywood.… Expand

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C.B.Sep 5, 2008

Not as funny as I hoped, but better than 90% of the comedies of the last ten years... Cruise & McConaghey were really good. Jack Black's talents were wasted once again.

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TaylorC.Dec 4, 2008

The best part of Tropic Thunder is Robert Downey Jr. The rest of the characters n the movie are annoying and while watching, you wish they could just shut up. Jack Black's character is perhaps the worst. I like Jack Black, but he is The best part of Tropic Thunder is Robert Downey Jr. The rest of the characters n the movie are annoying and while watching, you wish they could just shut up. Jack Black's character is perhaps the worst. I like Jack Black, but he is incredibly annoying in this movie. The rest of the characters might be a tad bit annoying as well, but they are at least standable and contribute to the real star of the movie. The movie has a plot that is an incredibly funny idea, and while it might no turn out perfect, it at least looks well. I suggest this movie as a rental. It is quite enjoyable t watch, but not worth the $20 rental.… Expand

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GeorgeMAug 22, 2008

Tropic Thunder is not the laugh-inducing-assault its been labeled to be. Its funny but equally stupid. Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr. get the best material, Jack Black is just flat-out annoying 90% of the time, Tom Cruise gets a few Tropic Thunder is not the laugh-inducing-assault its been labeled to be. Its funny but equally stupid. Ben Stiller and Robert Downey Jr. get the best material, Jack Black is just flat-out annoying 90% of the time, Tom Cruise gets a few chuckles, until he starts dancing (ACK!!!), Steve Coogan and Danny McBride seemed a bit wasted, which is a shame. McBride is hilarious in Pineapple Express (funnier movie). Tropic Thunder is a wacky romp that pokes fun at Hollywood. Watching them rip on Platoon, I Am Sam (with "Simple Jack" being the parody), and actors in the business today is just too good to pass up. FUN? Yes. Forgettable? Also, yes.… Expand

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AndrewM.Aug 24, 2008

Funny, but not fantastic. If anything, it's worth paying to see this film just for Tom Cruise, he outshines all of the cast sadly.

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AlexG.Sep 10, 2008

Another funny film from director Ben Stiller. My expectations for this film were very high but Tropic Thunder still made me laugh. Starting off with the funniest part of the movie with the three fake movie trailers. Most parts of it were a Another funny film from director Ben Stiller. My expectations for this film were very high but Tropic Thunder still made me laugh. Starting off with the funniest part of the movie with the three fake movie trailers. Most parts of it were a little off beat and not so much funny but it had its hilarious moments!… Expand

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DeannaSep 16, 2008

I really enjoyed this movie. I mean, you weren't crying from laughter the entire time. But worth seeing for sure. Robert Downey Jr was EPIC.

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NancyS.Sep 2, 2008

Silly, ridiculous, un-PC, even retarded, but funny enough for me and my sisters. Lots to laugh at and there was laughing through most of the movie in the theatre but not from everyone at once, so maybe there was a little for most everyone Silly, ridiculous, un-PC, even retarded, but funny enough for me and my sisters. Lots to laugh at and there was laughing through most of the movie in the theatre but not from everyone at once, so maybe there was a little for most everyone and a few things that cracked most everybody up. Cruise was totally creepy and, indeed, hairy. No classic but fun to watch.… Expand

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DavidV.Sep 20, 2008

A lot of it was hilarious, but some of the jokes fell flat.

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EricE.Aug 17, 2008

Didn't go in expecting much. Was better than I hoped. Not an awesome movie by any means but worthy of watching.

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BenAug 24, 2008

Reasonably entertaining movie, but not the laugh-your-whole-way-through title that it was advertised as.

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TjJan 21, 2009

The movie was hilarious until about half way through the film. Then the jokes sort of died down, which was a disappointment. There's a 5 minute sequence where they're planning to break Stillers character out that had no jokes in The movie was hilarious until about half way through the film. Then the jokes sort of died down, which was a disappointment. There's a 5 minute sequence where they're planning to break Stillers character out that had no jokes in it. It almost ruins the end since you're so bored you consider to stop watching, however the end was worth it.… Expand

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dijavantewowOct 17, 2010

I seriously thought this was going to be an incredibly dim-witted and just plain stupid movie, but I found myself laughing almost the entire time. I was seriously surprised at how well they are able to mock and satirize the movie industry inI seriously thought this was going to be an incredibly dim-witted and just plain stupid movie, but I found myself laughing almost the entire time. I was seriously surprised at how well they are able to mock and satirize the movie industry in so many ways, and I think people need to realize that that was what they were doing, NOT trying to make fun of mentally disabled people.… Expand

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ERG1008Aug 19, 2010

Fictional actors making 'Nam film based on book, writer of book suggests going deeper into unknown territory for more authentic feel, things go wrong.
Predictable but amusing comedy which has a very big cast, a funny script, lots of in-jokesFictional actors making 'Nam film based on book, writer of book suggests going deeper into unknown territory for more authentic feel, things go wrong.
Predictable but amusing comedy which has a very big cast, a funny script, lots of in-jokes & good cameos.
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sreekiranMay 21, 2011

what is so special about this movie is , that the emotions displayed when the real actors are caught in a no where land which is not a film at all. the gripping scene of the movie is the landmine explosion of the director of the movie.what is so special about this movie is , that the emotions displayed when the real actors are caught in a no where land which is not a film at all. the gripping scene of the movie is the landmine explosion of the director of the movie. goosebumps are sure for audiences after that scene. neatly narrated, perfectly screenplayed especially in second half. the initial 15 minutes was a bit boring and opening trailers was not a convincing way to begin, but sooner or later, movie takes a turn and enters deep in to the real jungles struggling for life. friendship , foes , obsession and all real activities are seen in the characters. tom cruise was awesome in his specific role. but always he shouts. thats what i did not like. rest all characters give life to the movie. good recommended movie.… Expand

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phildogAug 27, 2015

When it rarely made me laugh, it made me laugh hard. Everything in this movie, the acting, writing, Special FX, and comedy are all varying wildly in quality. In spite of that I would think this movie was deserving of an 8 just barely fallingWhen it rarely made me laugh, it made me laugh hard. Everything in this movie, the acting, writing, Special FX, and comedy are all varying wildly in quality. In spite of that I would think this movie was deserving of an 8 just barely falling short of a 9.

I had to take a point off for the complete lack of women in this movie, and the fact that the casting was so blatantly sexist I have to take a point off for. This movie has only one actress in it, Yvette Nicole Brown, a great comedic actor in her own right if only she was allowed to shine. So many female comedians could have added to this project, and it's a shame that wasn't allowed to happen. No movie can be allowed to get away with that, not even one as good as this.… Expand

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J-ShapAug 25, 2011

It's comedy with real guts. It can go out, be as loud and as rude as it wants to be, and be intelligent to boot. If only it weren't trying to look like Apocalypse Now times 10 every other scene, it would be a classic.

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grandpajoe6191Sep 25, 2011

If you exaggerate the meaning, "Tropic Thunder" is a excellent movie with **** good humor. If you look at me eye to eye for my honest opinion, its just a unpredictable movie that has its laughs.

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spadenxDec 12, 2011

It was funny at times but really stupid as others. The cast was solid but Jack Black was not fit for this film at all and was pretty terrible through out. Also it felt a little too dragged on imo. Tom Cruise was excellent in it though andIt was funny at times but really stupid as others. The cast was solid but Jack Black was not fit for this film at all and was pretty terrible through out. Also it felt a little too dragged on imo. Tom Cruise was excellent in it though and made the film worth watching for his part alone.… Expand

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imthenoobJun 8, 2013

Tropic Thunder has no business being as good as it is. Great cast, it is funny, and has solid action scenes. The only thing preventing it from being great is that the final act is a drop in quality compared to everything else.

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NicoteenFeb 13, 2016

" An awesome parody about Hollywood and war movies with an awesome cast, over the top action, good jokes and one of the best intros of all time. "

+ (positive) + a huge satire about Hollywood + post movie trailers + over the top action" An awesome parody about Hollywood and war movies with an awesome cast, over the top action, good jokes and one of the best intros of all time. "

+ (positive)
+ a huge satire about Hollywood
+ post movie trailers
+ over the top action
+ cast
+ idea
+ funny scenes

- (negative):
- a little bit over the top
- not every joke is funny
- most of the jokes are just okay

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MrMickeyRichJan 27, 2016

I think one of the best things about Tropic Thunder is that the humor is a massive mocumentary of Hollywood and how it works. Everybody is this movie great and the stand out is definitely Tom Cruise as Les Grossman. An enjoyable film ifI think one of the best things about Tropic Thunder is that the humor is a massive mocumentary of Hollywood and how it works. Everybody is this movie great and the stand out is definitely Tom Cruise as Les Grossman. An enjoyable film if you're looking for more layers to the film though you wont find it as it is a straight up comedy.… Expand

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alejandro970Jan 28, 2023

The war action genre now seen in the form of a parody, with everything and the excesses of its actors. The final result would be better if it weren't for the annoying tics of Stiller and Black, and the lack of spontaneity of the jokes. BetterThe war action genre now seen in the form of a parody, with everything and the excesses of its actors. The final result would be better if it weren't for the annoying tics of Stiller and Black, and the lack of spontaneity of the jokes. Better luck next time?… Expand

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geewahAug 8, 2021

A solid snarky satire on Hollywood that gets by on some fantastic turns from Cruise & Downey jr in particular, but has a few flat spots that let it down a touch.

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JayH.Nov 12, 2008

Although it is an amusing premise, I was not quite as enthralled with the film as most. Robert Downey Jr. is great, and Jack Black dies well, but I had a problem with Ben Stiller. His one note performances are getting tiresome. Good Although it is an amusing premise, I was not quite as enthralled with the film as most. Robert Downey Jr. is great, and Jack Black dies well, but I had a problem with Ben Stiller. His one note performances are getting tiresome. Good cinematography. Entertaining but not very memorable.… Expand

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Scorcher7Aug 17, 2008

Downey Jr. is a 10, everything else is hit and miss. Stiller still goes off on weird dope induced tangents that take from the "tightness" of the movie--overly silly but not really funny all the time. There are some funny parts, but no way is Downey Jr. is a 10, everything else is hit and miss. Stiller still goes off on weird dope induced tangents that take from the "tightness" of the movie--overly silly but not really funny all the time. There are some funny parts, but no way is this movie "classic" or a "10". A year after the DVD comes out you'll barely remember this except for Tom Cruise's creepy character and Downey's funny linesperformance.… Expand

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BillyS.Aug 18, 2008

Take away the opening preview trailers, Tom Cruise, in what is sadly, his finest screen performance and Robert Downey Jr. and this would be lucky to rate a 4! Without them, this is just another Ben Stiller movie-for-the-masses in which the Take away the opening preview trailers, Tom Cruise, in what is sadly, his finest screen performance and Robert Downey Jr. and this would be lucky to rate a 4! Without them, this is just another Ben Stiller movie-for-the-masses in which the audience laughs at every obvious punch line while you sit there going "Was it really that funny?" No, it really wasn't.… Expand

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HalB.Aug 19, 2008

Pretty disappointing, given all the critical praise. Definitely agree with Scorcher 7 and Schmoolie G.

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Huggle-iciousAug 11, 2008

Hilarious, well captured, but in retrospect, just plain stupid.

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williamCAug 14, 2008

Best movie ever? Best comedy of the summer? It must be a pretty dismal summer then. A top notch cast , good acting , but too loud and really not wall to wall laughs. I get the references to Platoon and Apocalips Now , and there is some Best movie ever? Best comedy of the summer? It must be a pretty dismal summer then. A top notch cast , good acting , but too loud and really not wall to wall laughs. I get the references to Platoon and Apocalips Now , and there is some really funny bits , but they were spread out.Tom Cruse was funny up to a point, but this movie is very over rated and over hyped. IT played more like a test reel for each of the stars to do their "bit".… Expand

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AlejandroC.Aug 15, 2008

It was all right. Not Great.

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NopieT.Aug 15, 2008

Some funning moments but a little short of my expectations. I got the feeling that lots of Robert Downey's best lines were lost in his weird Australian/jive accent and the overly loud, constant explosions and over-the-top music. Not bad Some funning moments but a little short of my expectations. I got the feeling that lots of Robert Downey's best lines were lost in his weird Australian/jive accent and the overly loud, constant explosions and over-the-top music. Not bad but not anything special.… Expand

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MarkN.Aug 31, 2008

Worth it just to see Downey play a black man and Tom Cruise's dancing.

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gm101Mar 7, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me just say that I thought the backstories for the characters were horrible. They were just typical cliched Hollywood stereotypes I couldn't even care for. But was the movie funny? Yes it was! Lol at Tom Cruise's rant to "Flaming Dragon"!… Expand

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gracjanskiMar 30, 2021

This movie had his potential and even a big budget. Some of the jokes are also good. Tom Cruise is great, Robert Downey Jr. also was interesting.
But somehow the movie doesnt work and some of the jokes are not even funny.

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SAVJul 30, 2015

Demenziale commedia americana firmata Ben Stiller che prende in giro i più famosi film di guerra e lo star system hollywoodiano in generale. La pellicola si vanta di attori del calibro di Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise e lo stessoDemenziale commedia americana firmata Ben Stiller che prende in giro i più famosi film di guerra e lo star system hollywoodiano in generale. La pellicola si vanta di attori del calibro di Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise e lo stesso Ben Stiller. Un film complessivamente divertente anche se non un kolossal della comicità a causa di qualche esagerazione di troppo. Da vedere in compagnia di amici per passare una serata all'insegna del trash e delle assurdità.… Expand

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FilipeNetoMay 1, 2021

Films that satirize cinema always find their audience. In this case, we have a group of decadent actors, full of problems (insecurities, depressions, drug use, etc.), amid a chaotic and unprofessional film set. In order to get the most out ofFilms that satirize cinema always find their audience. In this case, we have a group of decadent actors, full of problems (insecurities, depressions, drug use, etc.), amid a chaotic and unprofessional film set. In order to get the most out of the cast and more control over the set, the director and producer decide to leave the main actors in the jungle, in their characters, for a mission on the ground. What they did not expect was that they really had to fight, since a group of drug traffickers, by coincidence, controlled the area where they were left. The film was a success, and ended up being nominated for the industry's big prizes including an Oscar nomination in 2009, one of the years when the statuettes were most unfairly awarded.

As can be seen, the script shoots in several directions when it satirizes the film industry: some criticisms are highly pertinent, such as that made to the financiers' power over creative freedom and the conduction of projects, the abuse of merchandising and advertising in films or the way in which actors sink into addiction, depression or other problems. There are several cinematographic genres criticized here, such as war blockbusters, cheap comedies and films with adult or provocative content (like the parody about monks, at the beginning). Such a film could not be politically correct, and here there is plenty material to offend everyone, starting with the dialogues, filled with heavy slang and offensive sentences, to racism (a white actor who paints himself to make a black character) and discrimination (a fat actor who is famous only for making a flatulence film or the use of jokes about mentally disabled people, involving a false film made by one of the characters). It is a film that will certainly offend a lot of people, but I deal with it very well: the politically correct has become such a dictatorship that it is good to question it. Unfortunately, from the middle, the film becomes more and more predictable and simple, until reaching a conventional end, that is effective and solves the story well.

Directed and written by Ben Stiller, who reserves one of the most central roles for himself, the film brings together a series of renowned comedy actors, all at their best, starting with Stiller himself, who does a truly successful job. The film also features Jack Black, who is perfect in his role, tailor-made for him, and also Robert Downey Jr., an actor I don't usually associate with comedy, but who has shown, continuously, to be much more than Iron Man. I especially liked the way Downey Jr. And Stiller played together, with dialogues that are both witty and provocative. Nick Nolte also appears and does a very good job on a secondary character. On the negative side, I would highlight the irritating work of Tom Cruise, who was given a character apparently as narcissistic as the actor himself, and the somewhat neutral and forgettable performances of Jay Baruchel and Brandon T. Jackson.

At a technical level, the film shows well how much it cost to produce: the sets are really very good and detailed, the filming locations were meticulously chosen and the costumes were carefully made. The make-up team also deserves applause for the amount of resources used and the way in which they knew how to use them: just look at the way Tom Cruise is unrecognizable, to give a simple example. Cinematography does not bring anything particularly good, but the editing was well done and the visual, special and sound effects are excellent.… Expand

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liamexeSep 7, 2022

Tropic Thunder was undoubtedly created by a marketing team, that much is clear. It is a substantial Ben Stiller cartoon car. As is customary when Ben Stiller's name is permitted on the director's chair, this one is superior to the majority. ITropic Thunder was undoubtedly created by a marketing team, that much is clear. It is a substantial Ben Stiller cartoon car. As is customary when Ben Stiller's name is permitted on the director's chair, this one is superior to the majority. I still believe that it would be funnier to simply switch on the camera and watch Ben Stiller interact with his mother or have sex. This movie must have been expensive to produce.… Expand

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RobertTMay 7, 2009

This movie was not in the least bit as fnny as it is made out to be. Seriously the only funny thing in the movie is Jack Black's character. That was hilarious. If someone thinks his movie is intelligent then they are insane. I really This movie was not in the least bit as fnny as it is made out to be. Seriously the only funny thing in the movie is Jack Black's character. That was hilarious. If someone thinks his movie is intelligent then they are insane. I really did not like the lame attempt at laugs, especially Robert Downy Jr.'s character and also Ben Stillers character was incredibly unfunny. Overall is if you want to see a dumb, mostly unfunny comedy then you should watch it, bu why waste your time.… Expand

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5

SeanR.Aug 20, 2008

Funny here and there, I suppose if you like on the nose humor this is your movie.

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5

JackH.Aug 18, 2008

Nice Schmoolie G.....Nice. I didn't see this movie, and probably won't until it comes out for rental. But nice review either way Schmoolie.

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SchmoolieG.Aug 16, 2008

"Tropic Thunder" lambastes Hollywood for its excesses? Nonsense. This movie is just as much of a useless exercise in Hollywood excess as any other. What is supposed to make it funny is its self-awareness of that fact. Critics are grooming "Tropic Thunder" lambastes Hollywood for its excesses? Nonsense. This movie is just as much of a useless exercise in Hollywood excess as any other. What is supposed to make it funny is its self-awareness of that fact. Critics are grooming this to be the comedy event of the Summer. This is unfortunate, because it is at its essence a very generic comedy. Jonesing for your monthly fix of fart/blood/fat/gay/black/retard jokes? You got it. Can't get enough of that "white-guy-dances-awkwardly-to-hip-hop" scene that has appeared in every single big-budget comedy made in the past decade? Let's do it. Twice! There's no room for real satire when you're busy working with the broken formulae that make this type of comedy so derivative to begin with. The opening trailers are hilarious, and the first 30-or-so minutes had the audience rolling, but the movie is insubstantial at its core. There are definitely some funny moments, but my lack of interest in the characters made the time between punchlines drag so much more. Ben Stiller is the same old one-dimensional wacky Ben Stiller that you either love or are completely ambivalent towards. Robert Downey Jr. was the only one who gave the audience anything to chew on.… Expand

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GrantC.Nov 28, 2008

I had high expectations, with such high scoring from critics (and raves from my friends, but high schoolers aren't the most trustworthy with films). I never thought it could be good. This movie was a giant let down. It wasn't bad I had high expectations, with such high scoring from critics (and raves from my friends, but high schoolers aren't the most trustworthy with films). I never thought it could be good. This movie was a giant let down. It wasn't bad per se, but it could never lived up to the high 71 average. I usually agree with the critics (my favorite films this year all have Metascores that are favorable or UA: 82, 85, 93, 63, 79), but they let me down with this stupidity. I laughed a few times, at the opening commercials, at... it's hard to think of much else. Just don't get excited about this movie, it' nothing special in the least. Entertaining and moderately amusing, but there are much better films to watch or even rewatch (Holy Grail for the hundredth time anyone?) over this.… Expand

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easymacAug 24, 2008

Wasn't too impressed with this movie. quite surprised that it got a 71 overall by critics as of now. funny parts were ok funny, but they were too few. wait for dvd, or skip it altogether.

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RikiegeDec 7, 2012

A 7? Am I missing something? I know the movie is good .. but it is a bit boring ..

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4

TedB.Oct 15, 2008

Just not quite funny enough? Lots of the Jokes fall flat but you're left amazed by the amount of money spent on them?

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BillGAug 18, 2008

Pushed by all the hype I went and Tropic Thunder today. The verdict: extremely over rated. There were a few clever parts and some amusing gags here and there, but mostly it was just silly and dumb. Afterwards I wished I'd gone to see Pushed by all the hype I went and Tropic Thunder today. The verdict: extremely over rated. There were a few clever parts and some amusing gags here and there, but mostly it was just silly and dumb. Afterwards I wished I'd gone to see Woody Allen's new movie a man who's humor is a little more developed than fart and "retard" jokes.… Expand

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JeffM.Aug 20, 2008

This was not a good movie. I feel dumber for having seen this.

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4

NGRCNGRCSep 21, 2008

So disappointing, I don't understand how this film got labelled as a satire.... it's not, it's a spoof. Scary Movie in the jungle.

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4

JackBOct 12, 2008

Overrated comedy with a few big names which have captured interest. I couldnt even understand what Robert Downey Jr was saying most of the time.

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BobNDec 8, 2008

Maybe worth a rent. I have an odd sense of humor. Dry and odd humor with intelligence backing it is my cup of tea-or, absurdity which points out the stupidity of things present. This film was a huge let down. With the exception of a few Maybe worth a rent. I have an odd sense of humor. Dry and odd humor with intelligence backing it is my cup of tea-or, absurdity which points out the stupidity of things present. This film was a huge let down. With the exception of a few pefectly timed F-words, which were hillarious, and more perfectly timed F-words by Tom Cruise, this film is a huge failure. Funny? At times. Downy was this movie. Without Downy it would suck Booty Sweat. Intelligent? Hardly. A single episode of South Park has far more satire and sharp intelligence than this entire film. Zoolander, with its oddness and mockery of fashion has more intelligence. Ben, you make good movies between numerous loads of crap. This happens to be a crap with the occasional nugget. Maybe rent.… Expand

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BrentA.Aug 19, 2008

I thought this was going to be a funny movie but I didn't get much laughs out of it. Ben Stiller's worst movie yet. (I usually love his movies).

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RoryP.Sep 29, 2008

Not very good. everything involving Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Cruise is pretty funny, everything else is not. A great cast wasted by a director who isn't taking enough risks in criticizing his subject matter, with a script that Not very good. everything involving Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Cruise is pretty funny, everything else is not. A great cast wasted by a director who isn't taking enough risks in criticizing his subject matter, with a script that isn't as sharp as we all wanted it to be considering the line up. Jack Black's presence is especially misjudged here, his not-at-all likeable character stagnating further through flat laughs and limp characterisation. His gurning is truly a grating experience to sit through. for all the high tech production values, this film is not very sophisticated in its satire. which would be alright if the film was actually funny. but, yunno, its not. It just looks tired… Expand

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Wavy_YeezyMay 23, 2019

I didn't like this movie. Halfway through it was not interesting at all and I stopped watching it. Sure it has its funny moments, but other than that it's not that great.

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3

MarvinAug 17, 2008

Very bland, boring, and unfunny in long stretches of the film.

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JohnGAug 20, 2008

The previews are expertly edited to show the few funny parts in the movie while hinting that this is just a taste of what will be an equally funny movie...this movie is actually boring and tired. Downey's character is the funniest but The previews are expertly edited to show the few funny parts in the movie while hinting that this is just a taste of what will be an equally funny movie...this movie is actually boring and tired. Downey's character is the funniest but he has few good lines. A huge disappointment.… Expand

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DanE.Aug 15, 2008

Ben Stiller has yet to make a very funny movie. Four laugh out louds and using the "F" word 50 times just doesn't cut it. Robert Downey did a great job!

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AnthonyAug 22, 2008

Wow this movie was ridiculously bad, maybe the cut some funny scenes as someone had mentioned earlier, but even then a few scenes couldn't save this movie. The cast was amazing i was really excited to have so many funny people in one Wow this movie was ridiculously bad, maybe the cut some funny scenes as someone had mentioned earlier, but even then a few scenes couldn't save this movie. The cast was amazing i was really excited to have so many funny people in one movie but they didn't pull it off, Jack Black did ok but Downey and the rest could have taken a much better role and made this 10 year in development film worth while. Most people probably already saw it but i highly recommend you save your maybe anyway.… Expand

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MichaelO.Jan 21, 2009

First 10 minutes are funny. The remainder is boring. I had to watch this twice. I fell asleep the first time.

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JenniferDec 26, 2008

Ok I came into this movie expecting to be crying from laughter, and if anything i was crying because i just wasted 8 bucks. the jokes werent funny, i was forcing myself to laugh the whole time so i could keep myself from falling asleep. i Ok I came into this movie expecting to be crying from laughter, and if anything i was crying because i just wasted 8 bucks. the jokes werent funny, i was forcing myself to laugh the whole time so i could keep myself from falling asleep. i think there was maybe one funny part but for the most part, i kept thinking"so when is this movie going to get funny like everyone said it was?" i didnt think tom cruise was funny. he grossed me out, it completely tarnished the little respect i have left for him after the whole katie holmes faze. tom used to be my favorite actor, now he is a joke. i do love ben stiller though, he was the only good part of this film. but overall... huge disappointment.… Expand

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SidM.Jul 29, 2008

I really wanted to like this, but it's just kind of a loud, factory movie that's allegedly funny, but isn't really. I wish stiller would do something like "flirting with Disaster."

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TateB.Aug 15, 2008

This movie was absolutely awful. The intro was the only redeeming part: the rest of the movie was filled with a convoluted storyline and identity crisis. Ben Stiller spent 10 years on this script? Seriously? Do not waste your money on yet This movie was absolutely awful. The intro was the only redeeming part: the rest of the movie was filled with a convoluted storyline and identity crisis. Ben Stiller spent 10 years on this script? Seriously? Do not waste your money on yet another failed attempt at satire.… Expand

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RejeanR.Aug 18, 2008

A few laughs, but globally, not funny.

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pdxsrwNov 29, 2008

You see the only funny moments in the trailer....a complete waste of time and some talent.

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RiverS.Oct 3, 2008

I thought this movies was ridiculing those with physical and mental disability i.e 'retard'( i quote form the film). Also there was child abuse involved (throwing the chinese child off the bridge), i thought this was not needed. I thought this movies was ridiculing those with physical and mental disability i.e 'retard'( i quote form the film). Also there was child abuse involved (throwing the chinese child off the bridge), i thought this was not needed. last of all i thought the film was being homophbic, so what if he's gay, there was no need for the characters to make him uncomfortable about it.… Expand

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MikeKAug 18, 2008

Terrible movie don't understand all the great reviews the beginning is the only funny part. After that it is just the same jokes over and over, do yourself a favor save $10 and wait for DVD even then pretty weak movie.

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PaulaAug 24, 2008

gross, offensive, barely a chuckle.

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KevinD.Aug 24, 2008

Worst movie I've seen since Date Movie, which was the worst I've ever seen. I get that the movie pokes fun at Hollywood (itself), and that's worth something. But, it isn't nearly enough. This movie just wasn't funny. Worst movie I've seen since Date Movie, which was the worst I've ever seen. I get that the movie pokes fun at Hollywood (itself), and that's worth something. But, it isn't nearly enough. This movie just wasn't funny. Tom Cruise was the best part of the whole movie.… Expand

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PaulW.Aug 25, 2008

This movie was meant to be a comedy???? I would call it a disaster film, bigger than Titanic or The Towering Inferno.

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LayneD.Aug 15, 2008

I gave this movie one point for every time I laughed. To be fair though, I left the theater about half way through, so there may have been one or two that I missed. I guess if you think the F-word is funny after the 100th time in 40 minutes, I gave this movie one point for every time I laughed. To be fair though, I left the theater about half way through, so there may have been one or two that I missed. I guess if you think the F-word is funny after the 100th time in 40 minutes, this is the movie for you. I didn't go into it expecting comic genius, but I hoped (in vain) for mildly intelligent.… Expand

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CristinZ.Aug 20, 2008

Terrible plot, seldom funny. Tried way too hard and failed. That's enough Ben Stiller.

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TyW.Aug 13, 2008

It was funny at parts, but overall it wasn't that good. It was a bunch of really corny jokes strung together that got old after 30 minutes. Don't get me wrong, I laughed a few times, but the movie was just plain stupid.

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mikeAug 19, 2008

Lame, Lame , Lame, Lame. So stunningly far from an "instant classic" (as some one else said). Have people who praise this ever actually seen a funny movie?

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TrevorJan 12, 2009

The only entertaining part of the movie was the very beginning when the preview trailers were playing and made you think you were actually watching a legitimate movie trailer. That was clever.Other than that, it was corny and the only time I The only entertaining part of the movie was the very beginning when the preview trailers were playing and made you think you were actually watching a legitimate movie trailer. That was clever.Other than that, it was corny and the only time I chuckled was because of an absurd scene every so often. I think some of these major newspaper critics must have been paid by the movie studio to say it was hilarious "laugh til your stomach hurts" funny. Rediculous movie....don't waste your money, even to rent.… Expand

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JackM.Nov 28, 2008

This movie was funny at some parts but it was mostly just stupid. when it was funny it was great but it wasn't funny that much, and the rest of the movie made me want to turn it off or shoot myself.

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csw12Mar 31, 2012

What a pile of crap. The movie had a bunch of stupid actors playing stupid roles. Robert Downey Jr. looked like an idiot being a black man and the comedy was dreadful. Ridilcouisly stupid.

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LaurenCSep 1, 2008

The movie was long, with little meaningful plot, and an star studded cast whose talents were wasted on a no-brainer idiotic script. It was insulting that any producer would expect people to find the contrived "jokes" funny. A "1" for Tom The movie was long, with little meaningful plot, and an star studded cast whose talents were wasted on a no-brainer idiotic script. It was insulting that any producer would expect people to find the contrived "jokes" funny. A "1" for Tom Cruises cameo, because that was indeed worth a chuckle. But, there were little redeeming qualities about this movie and I left the theater feeling cheated.… Expand

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IgorGFeb 1, 2009

Nice setup and a couple of good laughs, then 100 minutes of unfunny, stupid, vulgar dreck. I specifically noticed no one in the theatre laughed after the first five minutes. Had high hopes for it, but if you've seen the trailer Nice setup and a couple of good laughs, then 100 minutes of unfunny, stupid, vulgar dreck. I specifically noticed no one in the theatre laughed after the first five minutes. Had high hopes for it, but if you've seen the trailer you've seen every decent line in the movie. The Cruise character is a really nasty piece of work; the McConaughey dude is too witless for words; the Jack Black bit is a humorless one-trick pony; none of these guys are the least bit funny. Should've known better -- Stiller flicks are just one or two clever gimmicks buried in two hours of garbage.… Expand

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BenK.Jul 25, 2008

Lame. A Ben Stiller ego trip. He should have spent more time on the script, and less time working out. Downey's funny, but Jack Black sucked. Stiller's about to go the way of Mike Myers.

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AnnN.Aug 19, 2008

I could count on the fingers of 1 hand the number of movies I've walked out on. I walked out after 20 minutes. This movie is awful!.

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JasonH.Aug 21, 2008

I don't know how this got such great reviews. tom Cruise was slightly funny, but the rest of the movie was awful. I kept waiting for the movie to get funny, but it never did. One of the worst movies I've ever seen!!!!

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DonnaS.Feb 21, 2009

Where was the funny? Needed a much better script. Tom Cruise was hilarious, though, that's why I gave it a 1, otherwise 0. Things blowing up is no substitute for content.

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ElliottG.Aug 25, 2008

This movie was so horrible. It was full of moments where you could tell they were trying to be funny, but fell incredibly short. I give a 1 only because of the one funny part at the very end of the movie with Lance. But other than that, very bad.

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KevinM.Dec 18, 2008

What is wrong with you critics?! This movie was a pile of garbage written for 5th graders.

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Trev29Mar 31, 2012

My mind can not even warp around just how stupid this Hollywood trash was. I wish I didn't have to suffer through this unfunny, horribly un-entertaining film. I maybe laughed once at this stupid sh**

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gilnJun 8, 2009

Tropic Thunder was a cheap remake of Galaxy Quest. All they did was go from space to the jungle. Next it will be some actors from Lost getting kidnapped onto a real island full of Gilligan girls and dinosauers and giant apes. If copyright Tropic Thunder was a cheap remake of Galaxy Quest. All they did was go from space to the jungle. Next it will be some actors from Lost getting kidnapped onto a real island full of Gilligan girls and dinosauers and giant apes. If copyright laws were tighter Tropic Thunder would be another infringement case. Goes to show that big shot Hollywood types are not so talented after all.… Expand

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WokoilOct 22, 2008

For me, this movie is beyond bad. Granted, I'm don't usually tune in to this kind of weak comedy so I think I saw through it pretty much when steve coogan had that stupid look on his face he now considers his acting masterclass For me, this movie is beyond bad. Granted, I'm don't usually tune in to this kind of weak comedy so I think I saw through it pretty much when steve coogan had that stupid look on his face he now considers his acting masterclass (can you believe this guy used to do 'the day today?!?). I'm just amazed that some of you are giving it 8,9 & 10's. No offense, but some of you saying it was laugh out loud funny for 90 minutes really need to get out more. Film Critic Richard Corliss summed it up perfectly for me with "The brain gets the joke; the ribs are untickled"… Expand

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TonyDAug 23, 2008

Ashley and Laura D. I just wonder wher is the joke? worst movie I've ever seen.

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LonnC.Aug 8, 2008

i wouldn't say 0, I would say 5, but I'm just averaging out the reviews. The movie isn't very good. It's funny, but it's pointless, repulsive and stupid. It' s dumb, dull, and boring. I guess its okay.

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JohnG.Sep 1, 2008

Absolutely horrible. The constant use of the f word and crude remarks dealing with sexual acts on a man made me walk out during the movie. I was embarrassed to be in the theater. What bothered me most is that there were 6-7 year old kids Absolutely horrible. The constant use of the f word and crude remarks dealing with sexual acts on a man made me walk out during the movie. I was embarrassed to be in the theater. What bothered me most is that there were 6-7 year old kids sitting there watching this garbage.… Expand

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maggiecAug 27, 2008

The worst movie produced. There were parts that could make some one smile but deffinatly not laugh. This movie was draged out to a max and could have been thought up of by a 2nd grader.

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