Very fun and original

Rating: 7/10 (7 September 2008)

One of the most original comedies I've seen. The basic plot sounds bizarre, and frankly, I didn't think it would work well. Thankfully, I was wrong. Tropic Thunder is one of the funnier movies of the year, and the best spoof of war films I've seen. The dialogue is hilarious and the acting is fine, with Downey turning in a particularly good performance. This movie is funny, if not hilarious, throughout. The trailers in the beginning (one of the funniest parts) felt like a great tribute to Grindhouse, rather than a rip-off. Nick Nolte, an almost unrecognizable Tom Cruise, and Mathew McConaughey are all funny in their supporting roles My only complaints with the movie are that Ben Stiller plays the same character he always does and Nick Nolte was underused.
Definitely a film all comedy or war fans should go see. I give this film a strong 7/10. If you liked the spoof nature of the film, try Hot Fuzz.