Great comedy, but had some slow parts..

Rating: 8/10 (3 September 2008)

First off, this movie was hilarious. Everyone in the movie theater was laughing hysterically. Especially when Tom Cruise did his dancing. Yes. Tom Cruise dances in this movie - with his crotch. Is this funny? No, but since it is Tom Cruise, we find it hilarious. Tom Cruise has been on the receiving end of a lot of crap from the media and the mob lately and to take on a role like this was brave. I believe he pulled it off with flying colors.
Second, everyone in this movie did a great job. The acting was solid, and some awesome lines were delivered by every one of the actors. Downey Jr. was so convincingly funny as the actor who naturally becomes who he is portraying and has an identity crisis. Jack Black plays an incredibly obnoxious character, but that's what makes him great. Jack Black can do anything.. just compare this role with the one he took in The Holiday. Polar opposites! Lastly - Ben Stiller. When does Ben ever disappoint? Never, from what I remember. He did great. Although I should point out that he isn't my favorite actor (maybe it's his demeanor.. voice, movement, etc.), I think he did great.
By the way, Matthew McConaughey plays a supporting role and was hysterical.
Other than that, I found some parts to be a bit slow. Some of the jokes were tired and a bit cliché. I also didn't like the fact that the main villain was a child. Why? I don't know, I guess I thought it was asinine.
Overall, I think it's the best comedy this summer. I recommend it!