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drlowdonAug 19, 2023

Whilst shooting a war movie a bunch of Hollywood actors are mistaken for soldiers and forced to fight for real.

Tropic Thunder has courted some controversy over the years, but anyone that’s actually watched the movie will know that theWhilst shooting a war movie a bunch of Hollywood actors are mistaken for soldiers and forced to fight for real.

Tropic Thunder has courted some controversy over the years, but anyone that’s actually watched the movie will know that the satire is targeted firmly at Hollywood itself and even 15 years after release its remains funny and eminently quotable.… 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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getsmeliftedJun 25, 2023

Hilarious from start to finish. If you want to find out how funny people can be when Hollywood removes the stick from their collective hole then look no further. You'll have a great time with this one.

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SteliosemMay 23, 2023

I love this movie, probably my favourite comedy.

The only thing I kind of dont like is jack black, hes character seems a bit off

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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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italoipoMar 5, 2023

i miss such movies. just brainless fun..no forced woke agenda. just pure fun.

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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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mp303Jan 27, 2023

Its 2023 and I can only hope that Hollywood makes a 180º turn for movies like these to be made again.

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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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SuperbaDMIkeJun 21, 2022

This Movie is **** hilarious and Robert Downey Jr's performance is **** great too in this controversial film. But **** them it's really **** good. Sorry for the profanity.

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YouMark_Sep 11, 2021

This show will never slide in 2021. The Glory days will never be relived again

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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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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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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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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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MahmusSep 25, 2020

Honestly, one of the most genius comedies ever. It's so silly and outrageous that it should have never worked, but somehow, it does.

As offensive as some may find it, the film's true target of ridicule are actors. Actors who desperatly willHonestly, one of the most genius comedies ever. It's so silly and outrageous that it should have never worked, but somehow, it does.

As offensive as some may find it, the film's true target of ridicule are actors.
Actors who desperatly will take any role they think might gain them an Oscar, no matter how unfit they are for the role, no matter how inappropiate it is, no matter if it isn't even they're own ethnicity, if it seems prestigous enough to earn the statuette, they'll take it.

It makes fun of actors and film studios and the Oscars and Hollywood in general and it's blast.… Expand

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BeezersJul 1, 2020

One of the funniest movies i have ever watched! Great play by Robert Downey Jr.!

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DiptanshuMay 30, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Literally one of the funniest movie ever!right from the start it was damn hilarious the trailers and ad's at start i thought it was real thing it was surprisingly hilarious and awesome,the characters were iconic as hell the cast and there acting was great and hilarious seriously i was in little shock watching tom Cruise in never seen before avatar he was awesome as hell the attitude and the dance it was hilarious portrayal,R.D.J was amazing the accent and the dialogues were enough to make his role legendary,every time he speaks in certain situations it was a damn hilarious.Ben stiller was hotshot he was awesome the madness of being on track again,with little respect of people in village he was amazing,literally the conversation between him and R.D.J was hilarious AF the retard speech and ending's i'm just me speech it was hilarious and the crying scene and whole recreation thing just like starting at end it was great,the death of director was outta nowhere it was surprising but awesome,the other characters were great the Alpha-chino and R.D.J's scene,Jack black's character's drug thing and the other guy kind-of nerd thing with the novelist and bomber-man there side was fun,Mathew's character was supportive and little serious character but at end he was awesome,the whole story-line was unique as hell it was fun,the music was phenomenal.every scene was filled with amazing humor,the Vietnam people were amazing the gang leader and his fight with jack black was awesome the whole rescue mission with R.D.J speaking mandarin it was hilarious parodied AF,the last fight was great the recreation of starting and the kid stabbing Ben and whole Cheesy dialogues closing with the Oscar it was damn amazing ride,the whole credits with the dance of Tom cruse it was hell of great thing,seriously whole movie's tone and direction was great the visuals were amazing as per comedy literally its a masterpiece!it was entertaining fun and awesome movie!… Expand

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Voodoo123Jan 22, 2020

None of the ingredients of this movie should work when you look at them on paper... yet smart writing and the sheer talent of the cast combine to elevate the material and combined with the 'x' factor of just right place right time movieNone of the ingredients of this movie should work when you look at them on paper... yet smart writing and the sheer talent of the cast combine to elevate the material and combined with the 'x' factor of just right place right time movie production and el zappo - we have ourselves a great comedy movie. I laughed countless times watching this when it came out and when I re-watched it recently.… 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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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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adverbOct 14, 2017

The smartest comedy I can recall, which also makes it the funniest. Every scene is bursting with humour and wit--that is, if you know how to spot it. People--especially the critics, who should know better--who give Tropic Thunder a negativeThe smartest comedy I can recall, which also makes it the funniest. Every scene is bursting with humour and wit--that is, if you know how to spot it. People--especially the critics, who should know better--who give Tropic Thunder a negative review are inadvertently (I guess) revealing themselves as unworthy of this masterpiece.… Expand

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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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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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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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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

GENRE RATING: 7.8
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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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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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ThatOneGuy6667Oct 27, 2015

This is one of my favorite movies, it's hilarious. And the cast is good too, it's an awesome movie overall and very enjoyable

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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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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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Rox22Apr 19, 2015

One of the better comedies I have seen that came out in the last 10 years.

Acting is generally OK. However Cruise and RDJ are phenomenal. Stiller is as Bland as usual. Story, effects and writing are pretty good. Not brilliant, but for aOne of the better comedies I have seen that came out in the last 10 years.

Acting is generally OK. However Cruise and RDJ are phenomenal. Stiller is as Bland as usual.

Story, effects and writing are pretty good. Not brilliant, but for a comedy better than you expect.

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Tropic Thunder is far from being a classic, but, it is fun and aims to entertain us. Really great seeing such over the top characters. Heck, this is easily my favourite Tom Cruise performance.… Expand

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GarfoodleSep 30, 2014

Funny,stupid, and funny. Top of the line acting, lots of WTF moments, amazing writing, and a pretty deep story, for a cheap comedy movie at least. Go on and watch it, for the fun of it.

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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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M0vieAddictMar 20, 2013

Cram Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise, Danny McBride and Bill Hader together.. then yes, you have a classic movie that manages to be both inteligent and hillarious. Simple Jack and The Scorcher Series are just two of theCram Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Tom Cruise, Danny McBride and Bill Hader together.. then yes, you have a classic movie that manages to be both inteligent and hillarious. Simple Jack and The Scorcher Series are just two of the gut-busting moments you may encounter. The acting is top notch from an exceptional and experienced cast and this is a perfect blend of action and comedy. C'mon guys! You can give a saucy teenage flick a nine or ten but Tropic Thunder barely deserves a five? Some people just went full retard.… Expand

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Annoymous1Jan 26, 2013

Definetly the best movie of 2008. Best comedy, Best makeup. Adam Sandler is awesome in this movie and MUST get a Oscar. The average ratings and negative ratings by the users must be removed.

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Patrick94Jan 4, 2013

Most unfunny slap-stick piece of junk I've EVER seen in my life. It's pretty sad that the only funny part in this movie is Ben Stiller acting as a retarded kid for mercenaries in a play. yeah.

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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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Surg3onOct 13, 2012

If you think statements of "its f***king hilarious" are crass then I dont recommend this f***king hilarious movie. Great stuff for those of us with a sense of humour.

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KapootisJun 23, 2012

Really great movie.:):):):):):):):):
This completely reestablished my fragile perception of reality with its uncontainable bodacity. Crunchy babies. ARGH

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JuanoloApr 1, 2012

First off, this is a 9.25 out of 10. It's really funny. Story is good, and so is the acting. Everyone did a good job, especially Robert Downey Jr. Overall, this a really, funny movie that you should watch. Highly recommended.

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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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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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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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asylumspadezNov 26, 2011

Funny film. A lot of priceless moments in it and it showed just how well Stiller and Downey Jr can act. I didnt not like Jack Black at all though, He brought the entire film down imo. Overall it was still a good comedy.

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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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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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JAM123Jul 19, 2011

Hilarious! One of the funniest films ever for sure. Cool concept and with an all-star cast of Ben stiller, Jack Black, and more. Will be in my top ten and classified as a classic in my mind for a long time.

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jakerthetakerJun 22, 2011

Super funny awesome movie. Very original concept (making a war movie by putting the actors in a war), and professional acting. All the characters are hilarious, and there's alot of movie references. Best funny action movie, next to The Other Guys.

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moviegrabbagJun 12, 2011

I absolutely loved this movie. This is how a comedy should be done. It takes a plot and lets the comedy flow from the plot, it doesn't throw random topical references out. Robert Downey Jr. is amazing, Jack Black and Ben Stiller wereI absolutely loved this movie. This is how a comedy should be done. It takes a plot and lets the comedy flow from the plot, it doesn't throw random topical references out. Robert Downey Jr. is amazing, Jack Black and Ben Stiller were fantastic. However the best performance comes from Tom Cruse, thats right I said Tom Cruse. I wont say who he plays because part of the glory of his role is actually figuring out and comming to terms with the fact that it is Tom Cruse. This is one of the best comedy's in a very long time. If you get the chance watch this movie.… Expand

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lovemusicMay 21, 2011

acting was superb. funny as **** this movie was so funny. it had me crying in the movie theaters. Robert downey jr and tom cruise were too funny. this movie was just funny. i love it. it was great. 9 out of 10. near perfect.

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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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TheQuietGamerMar 9, 2011

Tropic Thunder is probably the funniest movie I've ever seen, whenever I still laugh till it hurts, it's just done so perfectly, I can't find a flaw with this movie, this is truly deserving of a perfect 10.

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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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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.
Lots of parodies of Platoon, Full Metal Jacket, Apocalypse Now, etc & nice to see the actors poking fun at themselves.… Expand

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georguesJun 24, 2009

Straight up hilarious!

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SimpleBenJun 14, 2009

The imitation trailer idea was stolen from Tarantino's 'Grindhouse' and they were all stupid anyway. Stiller jus threw down a bunch of jokes for 14 yr olds and retreaded criticsm of the filmaking industry with a parody of the The imitation trailer idea was stolen from Tarantino's 'Grindhouse' and they were all stupid anyway. Stiller jus threw down a bunch of jokes for 14 yr olds and retreaded criticsm of the filmaking industry with a parody of the business and Vietnam war movies while he was at it. The product is shallow characters stumbling through an incomprehensible plot distracted by a lot of gasoline explosions making you wonder what the hell is the point. Anyway Stiller gets to fan his vanity and show us he's been working out.… Expand

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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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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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DavidW.Mar 4, 2009

Best Film of the year. How did this not win best picture. Comedies deserve more credit. This movie was incredibly intelligent. It is sad that some are not intelligent enough to realize this.

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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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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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JackPJan 30, 2009

One of the funniest movies i've ever seen. Hell, one of the best movies i've ever seen. No one gets more laughs than Robert Downey Jr, but Tom Cruise is just as funny as him.

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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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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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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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MarcusL.Jan 5, 2009

Partly stupid, but was a very funny movie. The movie had many stars in it. You would make you laugh so hard until the end. I really liked it. Every actor in this movie mad at least 1 funny joke through out the movie. Tom Cruise was by far Partly stupid, but was a very funny movie. The movie had many stars in it. You would make you laugh so hard until the end. I really liked it. Every actor in this movie mad at least 1 funny joke through out the movie. Tom Cruise was by far the funniest part in the whole movie. This movie will make you laugh and laugh and laugh.… Expand

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LinL.Jan 4, 2009

Needed a movie night that provided some laughs, for me as well as for my 20-something son -- and this really fit the bill. Hilarious!

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DareDec 29, 2008

Offensive, unnecessary, and stupid.

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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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MattB.Dec 26, 2008

A brilliantly original metamorphosis of the best minds of the day with a new take on a terrible historic event. Simply hilarious.

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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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ShanK.Dec 11, 2008

Stiller rocked, downey stole the show but jack was too hilarious, one of the best comedies of 08.

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meenajDec 8, 2008

It was so hillarious, i loved it.

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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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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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pdxsrwNov 29, 2008

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

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NDNov 28, 2008

Hilarious. Long in the tooth, but a genuinely funny film. Downey does steal the show away from Stiller.

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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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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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ChuckO.Nov 18, 2008

Absolutely one of the funniest movies I've seen in years. Downey just about steals this one.

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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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CarrieNov 6, 2008

Funnier than I thought, but not mind blowingly so. I thought it was pretty awesome, though, and am definenetly glad I cought it in the theater.

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GerronKNov 2, 2008

Really good stuff.

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PiotrNov 2, 2008

Simply funny as hell! One of the best comedy movie for a long long time.

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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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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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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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JustinE.Oct 12, 2008

Not the greatest movie ever, but very solid. It had plenty of laughs throughout, though some parts were a bit bland. Overall, I recommend seeing this in theaters, and at least renting it, though it may be a buy.

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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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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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SidR.Oct 3, 2008

This film is seriously hilarious, i was laughing almost at every scene, the bonus of this film is you get to see Tom Cruise dancing for at least five minutes, his dance moves is just unbelievably funny!!

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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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JonU.Sep 28, 2008

Few one joke movies are this entertaining - from the opening to the end it is a convulsive romp

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TJN.Sep 27, 2008

A ridiculously funny movie. The final scene involving Ben Stiller and "his son" makes me laugh just thinking about it. Downey amazes and Booty Sweat quenches the palate.

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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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DavidV.Sep 20, 2008

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

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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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