Actors Vs. Movie Stars

Rating: 8/10 (15 August 2008)

Actors act and that is what I like about a good movie. I like to watch a person get into character and play the role. Not the same role they always do. (Show us you can act without reminding us of your last movie roles)
RDJ did this exceptionally well. Even beyond! His acting chops were flying high and I enjoyed every line and concept. Belly laughs all the way!
Jack Black also was in character, playing a role that was over the top, believable and funny. He seems to have that ability to change over different movies but remain Jack Black. He was excellent in this role and rounded out the others well. I'm sure he'll give even better 'acting' performances as he grows.
Stiller was pretty much acting as Stiller.
RDJ Actor/Movie Star --- JB Actor in the making/Movie Star --- Stiller Movie Star/Director
Tom Cruise was over the top, one dimensional and I think the character did a lot of good to break some of his recent typecasting. Though, I think his character did more for him than he did for his character.
Kudos to the writers and director and all the actors.
This is one of the better comedies to come out in many years and has made my top 100 list of all time fave movies.