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Our Spy Saw A TROPIC THUNDER Screening!

First by StarskyandHushky	Mar 13th, 2008 06:47:12 AM
I win at first!
Ladies and Gentlemen.. by StarskyandHushky	Mar 13th, 2008 06:53:03 AM
...That is seven 'First' posts in a row. Count them. Sev-en. 7. My life now makes sense. I'd like to thank my agent and the academy for making this all possible.
when does this come out? by palewook	Mar 13th, 2008 06:53:47 AM

On the subject... by StarskyandHushky	Mar 13th, 2008 06:57:33 AM
...the sound of this movie almost makes me cream my shorts. Bring it on!
PLAAAAANT!!!! by Motoko Kusanagi	Mar 13th, 2008 06:57:44 AM
Planty McPlant!
I hope this won't be like 'Knocked Up'. by DerLanghaarige	Mar 13th, 2008 06:58:39 AM
Y'know, that "hilarious comedy" that came out last year and got more praise than the next coming of Jesus will get, but turned out to be pretty lame, unfunny and predictable.
more green than CGI Hulk by just pillow talk	Mar 13th, 2008 07:01:45 AM

Not a plant, the movie is really kinda good. by ricarleite	Mar 13th, 2008 07:03:49 AM
Plants don't tell too much of a movie, and this is sort of spoiler-ish. So... neat. I'll watch it on DVD.
This sounds like the Ben Stiller of yesteryear by I Dunno	Mar 13th, 2008 07:11:23 AM
Gather around, children and I'll tell you a tale. Soon after the earth cooled, Ben Stiller had a sketch comedy show that was actually smart, satirical and funny. Janeane Garafalo, who was also funny once was also in it. As were Bob Odenkirk and David Cross who wore onions on their belts, which was the fashion of the time.
Will this break the "Superbad" review count? by tonagan	Mar 13th, 2008 07:13:32 AM
I think there were over three hundred of those.
by krish-0	Mar 13th, 2008 07:15:13 AM
I have an idea? How about an IQ test that you would have to pass before you can post in Talkback? At the very least, it would limit the number of idiots that post "FIRST" or cry "PLANT" at the very suggestion of a positive review. Fuckin' idiots I tells ya.
I thought the director... by thefrood	Mar 13th, 2008 07:48:57 AM
was being played by Nick Nolte. Oh and by the way, why is it that whenever a reviewer actually enjoys a movie they're called a plant. Couldn't it simply be that they had a good time? I swear to god, fucking cynicism is the biggest enemy of creativity.
Want to see it now! by waites	Mar 13th, 2008 07:49:31 AM
I want to see this movie today! And people talking here about Kncoked Up??? I think I recall it was a huge hit? if Tropic Thunder can do as well it will be great! I will be there to see it opening night.. unless I get into an early screening first.
Downey by greyspecter	Mar 13th, 2008 07:57:04 AM
certainly in the top three actors today. Can go from funny to serious between syllables. Anything with him instantly merits my consideration. By the way, how the heck does Stiller still draw such Hollywood firepower in his movies? The guy cranks out dreck and still lands Cruise, Vaughn, Black, Downey, Ferrell (wait, scratch that last) for tepid scripts. This one solely recommends itself on the presence of Black and Downey, not Stiller. Loved Dodgeball, but Stiller was annoying
Ben Stiller sucks by Skankardly	Mar 13th, 2008 07:59:49 AM

Steve Coogan is the director by bluelou_boyle	Mar 13th, 2008 08:19:05 AM
Watch Alan Partridge, dummies.
Ben Stiller FOX Show as Genius. Sounds like a return to form. by Behemoth	Mar 13th, 2008 08:25:39 AM
I was championing Ben Stiller when he was doing bits on Remote Control, and then I was one of the 14 people who actually watched every episode of his FOX show with Odenkirk, Garafolo, Dick, etc. I've lost interest over the years as he's gone on to do the mainstream, predictable stuff, but I've always been glad to see him successful. Hopefully this will be a return to the Stiller Schtick I loved in the beginning.
Even the reviews of this film are making me laugh by sean bean	Mar 13th, 2008 08:33:29 AM
It sounds like a winner
Cannot wait. by Subculture	Mar 13th, 2008 08:37:34 AM
This sounds like it has potential. I've got to check it out when it comes out.
Re: Steve Coogan Is The Director by thefrood	Mar 13th, 2008 08:45:56 AM
Ahhh... Nick Nolte is in it though. As... someone. Yea Coogan!
by Phimseto	Mar 13th, 2008 09:07:08 AM

Correction: Ben Stiller AND Jack Black suck by BanAllFIRSTPosters	Mar 13th, 2008 09:08:57 AM

THANKS FOR THE SPOILER TAG, MORIARTY. by AdrianVeidt	Mar 13th, 2008 09:10:58 AM

Not interested at all by Atomic Popcorn	Mar 13th, 2008 09:16:48 AM
I believe the world would be a better place if Ben Stiller wasn't around.
like i said yesterday by pcassou	Mar 13th, 2008 10:14:03 AM

like i said yesterday by pcassou	Mar 13th, 2008 10:15:05 AM
I hope this works, mr stiller as a director doesnt have a good record
Must. See. by Saluki	Mar 13th, 2008 10:28:02 AM
I had to stop reading three different times reading this I was laughing so hard. Oh my god. Cruise makes the best cameos, no contest.
If Downey wasn't in this... by Rocklover79	Mar 13th, 2008 10:48:13 AM
I wouldn't be the least bit interested. Stiller does nada for me, and I can only tolerate Jack Black in small doses. This sounds like it could actually be some fun, and I'll watch Downey in anything. But... I'm pretty sure that the NAACP will soon be tuning up the band for a protest against this film. I'm not an overly sensitive person, but as soon as I saw that pic of Downey in blackface, I thought that trouble was coming. A white dude in blackface is seen as very offensive for historical reasons. Eddie Murphy playing every race under the rainbow and getting away with it(barely) isn't quite the same thing here, methinks. I might be overthinking it, but in any case, controversy will only be free publicity for the film, anyway.
Ben Stiller by penguinblooz2	Mar 13th, 2008 11:02:20 AM
I may like this movie but not sure about Ben Stiller. His stuff is erratic and mediocre sometimes and other times brilliantly funny. I am glad smug Owen Wilson is not in this.
When the hell did this TB reach 1000 posts? by thebearovingian	Mar 13th, 2008 11:32:59 AM
Sounds high-larry-us.
I was there... by samwisefan	Mar 13th, 2008 11:45:42 AM
I was at the screening last night as well and I agree that this movie is hysterical. It will probably be the funniest movie of 2008. It's definitely R-rated humor...no way around that. Nick Nolte plays the war veteran who wrote the book that they're making into a movie. I agree that Ben Stiller's work is hit and miss, but I'd have to say this is the best thing he's ever done. Funny, funny stuff. And Robert Downey Jr is by far the best part of the movie. Him and the fake coming attractions they show at the beginning of the movie. And I think anyone who loves movies and knows a little about how they're made will especially appreciate this film since they make fun of actors and moviemaking so much. And I'm not a plant, mo-fo!
Self referential comedy is not funny by Emperor_was_a_jerk	Mar 13th, 2008 11:53:31 AM
Just because it is Tom Cruise in a fat suit yelling the "F" word, does not make it funny. doesn't sound like there is a joke there- just a wink and a "Look! It is all your favorite stars together being silly! I mean come on! That is TOM CRUISE!". Whoever wrote this review sounds like he/she wants to make some serious love to every frame.
CCI's not done yet by ThePilgrim	Mar 13th, 2008 11:55:18 AM
That's why Jacks after everyones Sweet Cradled Sack Juice's in the original Cut.
When do they figure out when things start getting real by ThePilgrim	Mar 13th, 2008 12:07:18 PM
You know when most studios make a movie. They have camera's, cranes, dolly tracks, monitors, lights, boom mics, grips, electrician crew, hair/makeup crews and fold out chairs about. When does this group of actors start to notice the absence of said On-Set Material???? If this part isn't that well thought out. Well fuck this movie! and I agree with Self referential comedy. It needs to fucking die. So tired of this Starfucking. Bet you 3 Amigo's did it better. Might not have been as many cameos and F-bombs, but I bet when this was an original idea. It actually used it with merit and respect!
RE: When do they figure out when things start getting real by samwisefan	Mar 13th, 2008 12:24:13 PM
Aside from Ben Stiller's character, they all pretty much realize quickly that they aren't actually filming. Stiller's character is such a self-loving egotistical moron "actor" that it takes him quite awhile before he realizes that they aren't filming. In fact, he & them get in a fight over it and go separate ways. Tom Cruise...although he didn't ruin the movie, I'd say that he was the only part that wasn't funny. That man just can't do comedy.
TROPIC THUNDER = DO WANT by polyh3dron	Mar 13th, 2008 12:35:23 PM
fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck
Idea by Felix_Happer	Mar 13th, 2008 12:48:27 PM
How about replacing Ben Stiller in every movie he plans to make with his dad. I guarantee it'll be 10x funnier.
This sounds like a blast, looking forward to a full trailer by KillaKane	Mar 13th, 2008 02:09:18 PM
Good review J
No shit, this does sound great... by poeticwarriorII	Mar 13th, 2008 02:21:54 PM
please don't let this suck. We're in desperate need of another great comedy.
McConaughey by nutnics	Mar 13th, 2008 02:42:36 PM
Does he have his shirt on?
A film about a priest's falling in love with another priest by Son of Hades	Mar 13th, 2008 04:14:19 PM
"Satan's Alley". LOLOCAUST.
Forget Superbad... by Tourist	Mar 13th, 2008 04:24:42 PM
...I hear the week leading up to its release, Aint-it-cool-news will be officially changing its name to Aint-it-Forgetting-Sarah-Marsh all-News. All talk backs will be patroled to make sure all discussion is in regards to Apatow related projects.
Just saying...... by Maetrix66	Mar 13th, 2008 05:08:32 PM
Stiller usually doesn't do anything for me. Now his wife, that's all together different..... I hope to hell that this movie is as good as it sounds. FYI-It sounds like Neil Cumpston wrote Jack Blacks withdrawal scenes.
I can picture.... by Maetrix66	Mar 13th, 2008 05:09:34 PM
....the NAACP now when they first trailer hits. "AAAWWW HHHELLL NNNOOOO!!!""
Sold. I'm there. by Blue_Demon	Mar 13th, 2008 05:52:54 PM
This sounds hilarious.
I've seen it too. by storkbag	Mar 13th, 2008 06:30:42 PM
I was fortunate enough to go to a screening at Paramount and Ben Stiller was there. Thought it was great! Fake trailers are amazing. First act is a little slow to start, but once it gets going it GETS GOING. I can only imagine the final cut will be amazing. Both Robert Downey Jr and Tom Cruise are phenomenal in it!
Another Be Kind Rewind? by skywalkerfamily	Mar 13th, 2008 07:31:35 PM
Didn't that kill a studio?
Coogan by hoisin	Mar 14th, 2008 04:31:23 AM
No mention of the genius that is Steve Coogan?!
alan partridge is unfunny, unintelligent and pathetic by ironic_name	Mar 14th, 2008 05:39:33 AM
may see this, though
I'm Alan Partridge is pure genius by smackfu	Mar 14th, 2008 02:13:48 PM
So much so, that I consider it a dead tie with Fawlty Towers in the category of Comedy So Good You Don't Deserve To Watch It. To anyone who hasn't seen it, I'd recommend the episode called 'Towering Alan' as a starting point, where Alan is forced to MC a county fair that he doesn't want to MC, and attend a funeral for social networking purposes.

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