TROPIC THUNDER is WILD! | MOVIE REACTION | FIRST TIME WATCHING

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[@Linerunner99]

Tom Cruise KILLED it in this movie. So good and nearly unrecognizable. I love this film.

[@callmeshaggy5166]

"If I do this, I wanna have BIG HANDS!" - Tom Cruise on accepting this role

[@Its75centslurpee]

I remember in the theater I didn't realize it was him till the end. I was floored.

[@jakehodgson82]

@@Its75centslurpee i recognized the voice through the whole film but couldn't place it

[@Scott_Burton]

I did not recognize him until I went back after seeing the name in the credits, and then, once I saw him, I could not un-see him

[@heffatheanimal2200]

IMO his best ever role

[@sca88]

'I don't read the script, script reads me'. Love that line, sounds profound for a millisecond but means jack sh*t.

[@joshuacampbell7493]

I'm a dude, playing a dude, disguised as another dude.

[@davidward9737]

RDJ playing Kurt Lazuras playing Lincoln Osisris. Hilarious RDJ in 3rd person

[@user-fv2md4qt7j]

⁠@@davidward9737Kirk Lazarus playing Lincoln Osiris disguised as a Chinese Rice/Poppy Farmer!! He really went there!

[@johantolli372]

When i saw this in the theater they mixed in the fake trailers at the start with the actual real movie trailers and it was probably the best movie meta moments ive ever had.

[@bigdream_dreambig]

Priceless.

[@moneyball7908]

That actually sounds dope

[@Terp311]

RDJ’s character is a prime example of satire. It’s excellent.

[@tnightwolf]

I love how they address the obvious ridiculousness of his character through the movie with satire! It is brilliant the way it was done! Ben Stiller is low-key a great Director! The way he did Tropic Thunder and then transitioned into The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is something beautiful to witness!... and not even counting Escape at Dannemora and Severance! Sooner or later i do think that fortunately Ben Stiller does have the chops to become recognized as one of the greatest Actor-turned-Director ever! His level of talent is not a joke by any means!

[@LordBaktor]

Don't feel bad Addie. First time I didn't recognize Tom at all until his name appeared in the credits.

[@Sidebranch]

Fun Story about Tom Cruise in this movie: When this came out me and my friend went to see it and in the middle I said that "holy crap I think that's Tom Cruise!" and he said "No way!" And during the enc credits I reiterated that "dude, I think this is Tom Cruise!" and he remained reluctant. We went to get food afterwards and he bet me a party sized plate of nachos for who actually played that character. No need to say that I won and got my nachos. Additionally, when this movie was cast, they pitched this role to Tom Cruise as a joke thinking he would never accept but he did and it was his demand that he'd have that dance number at the end and it was choreographed by him as well.

[@charleslee8313]

You should check out the commentary of this movie; Downey stayed in character during it, and Jack Black was laughing his head off during the whole thing. "I don't read the script. The script reads me." That's my favorite line in the film.

[@StMargorach]

It's really funny because the other actors didn't know beforehand that Downey was going to do the commentaries in character XD

[@Linerunner99]

Well he did say he doesn't break character until the DVD commentary is done. lol

[@Caseytify]

I liked the "never go full retard" speech. So inappropriate, yet so funny.

[@joeblankenship377]

The Anchorman and Step Brothers commentaries are pretty hilarious too. I need to check out the Talladega Nights commentary track. I bet it's great too.

[@armynurseboy]

I'm a dude playing a dude disguised as another dude....

[@theeLonelyRedPanda]

Fun fact Addie: During the MTV movie awards where this film was nominated and promoted, Tom Cruise, came out in full makeup/outfit and performed he even had a surprise dance appearance of JLO.

[@megafan2000]

The advertisements leading up to it were a blast too. He did a few in full costume with a few other actors nominated that year as the award show was billed as being "produced by Les Grossman". The one I remember most of course was the one he did with Robert Pattinson.

[@vudujl83]

the faux trailers in this one were pure gold 😂

[@LordVolkov]

Satan's Alley 🤣🤣🤣

[@Arrynek01]

My cinema had them mixed in with regular trailers. We were confused AF.

[@Deathbird_Mitch]

I like the ones in the middle of GrindHouse a little more. These were funny though.

[@LordVolkov]

@@Deathbird_Mitch Tarantino and Rodriguez got some big names to direct their fake trailers. Eli Roth and Rob Zombie 👍

[@jkhoover]

And necessary. A lot of exposition.

[@7Rendar]

Don't feel bad about not recognizing Tom Cruise at first... I didn't realize it was him until the end credits! ☺️

[@patrickbateman7369]

His voice is EASILY recognized

[@Pok-qq9lt]

@@patrickbateman7369 not for european dubbed versions :) i also saw it at the end

[@CaptainFirefred]

The trailers in the beginning a brilliant not just for themselves, but they also introduce every important character upfront in a nutshell.

[@bamachine]

Best performance by Tom Cruise, ever. He took his real life weirdness and made it into a character.

[@jessecortez9449]

The character is based on a real life producer. Weinstein, basically but with comedy instead of shady stuff with actresses wanting roles in movies.

[@scottbarkley496]

That "weirdness Tom Cruise" can buy & sell your whole bum family Loser

[@arikheglund1051]

I watched the DVD commentary back in the day and Robert Downey Jr. Was still in character just like he said he would do in the movie.

[@MichaelScheele]

One of the many reasons RDJ is a legend.

[@andkon73dex44]

Robert Downey Jr is a comedy genius with this role

[@axr7149]

Robert Downey Jr. actually got Oscar-nominated for this (Best Supporting Actor). Had the unfortunate luck of running against Heath Ledger for THE DARK KNIGHT (who won that year). It is pretty ironic that Downey Jr. is a possible contender this year once again for OPPENHEIMER, considering that he lost to a Nolan movie performance the last time he was nominated (as a matter of fact, as of this writing, Ledger is the only performance from a Nolan movie to be nominated, let alone win (this will certainly change thanks to OPPENHEIMER)).

[@donotevenbegintocare]

It's even more ironic that he lost against Ledger because his character is a parody of Ledger

[@Ugo2sleep]

Cool observation. Deep man

[@silentassason]

​@@donotevenbegintocareI'd say a parody of method actors in general but that's still a fair assessment

[@benn454]

@@silentassason It's most likely more a parody of Daniel Day Lewis than anything else with Lazarus being a multiple Oscar winner.

[@LeroOfTheKodiak]

@@benn454 there's plenty of method ones. christian bale apparently is kind of one, and all the weight loss/gain/muscle gain is crazy bad for his health. It's pure insanity.

[@michaelhoward142]

It's great watching a bunch of well-known actors appear to have fun while making a movie. About trying to make a movie. I'm sure most of us didn't recognize Tom Cruise at first. And when we finally did, I know I'm not the only one who said, "Wait... What?!?!", and then went back to rewatch all his previous scenes. Very enjoyable reaction, Addie. Thanks much! 🤗

[@AlexandruCarjan]

11:44 fun fact, RDJ actually did the DVD commentary in character

[@klasyk1532]

I LOVE THIS MOVIE! this is definitely in my Pantheon of greatest comedies EVER!😂😂😂😂

[@saunderss25]

One of the best comedies ever made.

[@joshuabeavin7659]

In a movie with so many ridiculous jokes, for some reason the one that always makes me laugh most is: "Let's move. We only have 16 hours before they wake up."

[@griffinkay490]

My favorite for whatever reason is when Robert Downey Jr says “stop tailgating me you pasty teabag”

[@summersol5]

The face after. "He's cleaning a gun with no bullets". Had to replay that shocked moment over and over.

[@colinmadigan7251]

Addies's facial expressions reacting to this move were awesome 😀. Also that she didn't recognise Tom Cruise at the beginning was hilarious. Love the reaction keep them coming 👍

[@patrickhuot001]

10:49 To answer your question, yes, Jay Baruchel is the actor who voiced Hiccup in the How To Train Your Dragon movies.

[@Jantzku]

I'm a dude, playing a dude, disguised as another dude! So great! RDJ is a gift

[@Deathbird_Mitch]

Hey Addie, you wanna know how they got all these actors to be in this movie? The writer called them and asked "Hey, do you want to be in this crazy movie I just wrote?" Of course when the writer is Ben Stiller.... Oh yeah, and you agree to Tom Cruises condition that he have big hands and gets to dance.

[@mikerhodes8454]

You did much better at identification than me. I walked out of the theater afterwards thinking Les looked familiar, but I couldn't place him until I went home afterwards and looked it up.

[@goldenager59]

May I take it, then, that you simply stood up and turned your back on the screen the moment the words, "A BEN STILLER FILM" appeared? 🤨 🙂

[@davidward9737]

You can tell that Addie in real life is a wholesome person. Because it is a raunchy movie and her facial expressions were awesome. She deserves a Oscar make her a little Twigman

[@tomaskennedy]

19:40 That moment when Addie realises where she knows that voice from… 🥇

[@whitediggity]

Sweet, sweet, innocent Addie wasn’t ready for this.

[@SergioArellano-yd7ik]

That's what makes it so good.

[@FollowingGhost]

There are so many nods to other movies I am still finding them. Ben Stiller at the first being chased and shot was from Platoon, hard to miss. The drugs shaped into the mountain from Close Encounters, and the acting was spot on. Another of my favorites I have watched more times than I want to admit lol.

[@martinbraun1211]

Ben Stiller is a big Star Trek fan and mostly includes references to the original series in his films.

[@hbron112]

I loved your reaction to this movie! Especially your reaction to Les Grossman. Tom Cruise said it's one character he'd like to make another movie as!

[@NickTwohig]

I remember my friend in high school telling me that their cousin, who had some decent acting roles by then, had an amazing comedy script and he was still shopping it around. This was around 2003. The cousin was Justin Theroux. And apparently on the set on Zoolander where he played the creepy DJ, Justin made a friend.

[@Hiraghm]

You remember Kevin as the voice of Hiccup in "How to Train Your Dragon"... but you should also watch him with Nicolas Cage in, "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". He's actually the star of that one.

[@DanielRichards644]

I know him from Fanboys and Knocked Up.

[@danilopapais1464]

My favourite part was Tom Cruise. I also love that Addie recognized Lance, I didn't know at first if she knew him, but she obviously did.

[@johntnguyen1976]

Addie has the best faces in a reaction...especially for this crazy-ass movie. LOL.

[@t0dd000]

So many films referenced in this ... Platoon, Apocalypse Now, even Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

[@nickkrewson]

I saw this in theaters with my best friend when it first released, and our sides hurt from laughing so hard by the end. 🤣 Everyone in the theater was laughing their collective asses off.

[@GulsCult]

The funniest attempted infanticide scene ever put to celluloid. When Tugg launched Half Squat off the bridge, making him look like high speed wind mill blades, I laughed for five minutes straight.

[@meechyzonepictures]

I was surprised to see this pop up in the recommendations, and now I love it. Awesome reaction 👍

[@pelbertmyronman]

This may be the most entertaining movie I have ever seen . I could watch this a million times.

[@najhoant]

Robert Downey Jr. and Tobey Maguire were actually both in the movie ”Wonder Boys”; it’s really worth watching

[@rockyoumonkeys]

Came here to say this. Definitely a forgotten classic.

[@Nick_CF]

Great movie. Completely forgot about it until I saw this comment

[@joeblankenship377]

Tony Stark, Peter Parker, and Hank Pym.

[@Randomizer939]

Tom Cruise deserved Oscar for this.

[@agp11001]

Saw this in the theater, and I laughed so hard at the Simple Jack slow-mo scene I was absolutely expecting a heart attack. And I was absolutely OK with it.

[@c-mc]

Tom Cruise has been trying to make a Les Grossman spin-off movie for years

[@nooneofconsequence1251]

I'm sure someone already mentioned this, but RDJ actually did the DVD commentary for this film in character, as Kirk Lazarus, in character as Lincoln Osiris...

[@todd8398]

It helps that Dreamworks had their vanity plate for this movie placed _after_ the "movie trailers" to just before the "Tropic Thunder feature presentation" started. It helps sell the illusion.

[@crewchief5144]

SO UN-PC and I LOVED every minute of it! lol, I didn't realize it was TC until the CREDITS. SHOULD have taken BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR/BEST MAKEUP/PRACTICAL EFFECTS

[@AToutProductions]

Loved your reaction, the mix uncomfortable laughter and shock was great haha

[@DTex]

Don’t worry…A LOT of people didn’t recognize Tom Cruise, until towards the end of the 2nd time they watched this movie

[@jeffcorbin1486]

Addie, bless your heart for watching this movie. I have three sons two of them are currently active military and they/we love this movie but it’s not for everybody. Thanks for being a good sport Jeff,

[@balancebreaker1561]

every second of this movie is a meme, omg, so much effort put into, Ben really knew this was gonna the work of his life, when he realized all the amazing actors he put together, and the one the best things is that he let em flow, do almost whatever they wanted, be creative, RDJ most lines were improvised by himself, it just next level

[@airborngrmp1]

Seriously, I had no idea it was Tom Cruise for half the flick as well. This also, by far, my favorite Tom Cruise performance.

[@RoxxSerm]

From badass secret agent, to charming yet insidious vampire, to drunken veteran on a cultural epiphany and redemption arc in feudal Japan, to .. this. What can this man not do? All the controversy about him ( because of Scientology) aside, hes one of the most adaptive charismatic actors i have ever seen and i watch movies spanning half a century at the very least. Hes one of the goats.

[@davidward9737]

I agree, past 30 years the 2 Toms have dominated. Cruise and Hanks

[@danielnavarro8881]

I so much love your reaction to this movie. And Tom Cruise hit it out of the park. It blew me away! Movie has lots of laughs and was wild. Stay well.🎉

[@raywilliams5897]

The terrified “….no” is the best reaction to Sgt Lincoln Osirus

[@wyrmshadow4374]

Anyone offended by this solid gold comedy doesn't deserve the time of day

[@frenchynoob]

Havent watched yet, did she get offended?

[@Darkstar_Dayne]

​@@frenchynoobBlack people love this movie, anyone else getting offended is just pretending to be progressive

[@miguelvelez7221]

Can you point to actual commentary from any individual or group with a large constituency that actually did go after Tropic Thunder before, after or during its release? And I don't mean the usual peanut gallery. I'm sure Spike Lee or someone similar made some remarks... So Spike and... Who? Who else? Who "went after" Tropic Thunder and was serious about being offended by it? In media or otherwise? They didn't then or now so the whole "Offended SJW" narrative from Reactionary Goons is a silly stawman.

[@Bill23231]

The point of RDJ’s blackface in this movie is supposed to being a satire and making fun of white people doing black face and method acting. People who get mad at this have zero media literacy

[@ASelfishIgnorantCitizen]

So, by your logic, if you're offended by someone else's offence, does that mean you don't deserve to give yourself the time of day?

[@olorinmiranthir3368]

Tom Cruise Dancing xD

[@_toph_]

when ben stiller asked tom cruise to be in the movie, all tom said was "i want fat hands and i wanna dance." 😂

[@nicksmyth4050]

3:10 Well if you wanna see more Tobey Maguire & Robert Downey Jr. check out “Wonder Boys”. It’s gotta a killer soundtrack of Bob Dylan songs!

[@stevenmonte7397]

"That's the theme song from the Jefferson's!" I saw this in the theater when released. It was HILARIOUS!!!

[@TheBigTamale]

That's my favorite drink...

[@StopReadingMyNameOrElse]

Tom Cruise proved with this movie he has an absurdly good sense of humor, and was definitely instrumental in giving him a positive look post all the Oprah stuff.

[@dqan7372]

Definitely my favorite Cruise role.

[@D-ragon-S]

It is 100% my favorite Tom Cruise performance !!! Also, I laughed my ass of watching you scwurm on things that wouldn't pass in a script 2023. Much Love to You and Ukraine 💙💛💙🌻🌻🌻

[@Billy-zv6gv]

Addie's many thoughtful, careful, quiet: "Okay . . ." are ever so socially crucial.

[@deanroddey2881]

You should watch Wonder Boys, which has Toby and Robert in it, and it's an amazing movie as well.

[@TheBigN-04]

10:53 - 11:14 your reaction... Priceless!

[@vodengc520]

So far I'm only 11 minutes into this reaction and I am absolutely loving your facial expressions so far, lol. This movie is BONKERS. The very first time I saw this movie was at a movie theater in Las Vegas when I was visiting a friend. I legit thought the Booty Sweat and Bust-A-Nut Bar ad was real, lol. I turned to my friend and said "You got some weird concessions out here in Vegas!" lol. And then coincidentally enough, they actually DID make a limited run of Booty Sweat, and a friend of mine at work got me a can, which I kept on my shelf at work for years, lol.

[@zmarko]

Been looking forward to this one ALL day. 🤣 Such a hilarious movie.

[@novAviator01]

Love that she spotted “Hiccup” right away

[@daryllyew62]

Oh Addie, you poor sweet summer child! You are not ready for this!

[@JEFFwasHERE...]

JEFF was HERE Hoorayyyy 🎉🎉

[@MasterBiffpudwell]

Tom Cruise's character is my favorite character in this movie. I don't know why but he is.

[@jasonatwood7071]

Aw you were so embarrassed at the beginning. So adorable!

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

I've seen this film several times so when I read the title of the post I was super-excited. Then, about three seconds into the "Booty Sweat" ad, the entire film came rushing back and hit me like a sledge hammer. I hope Addie's Patreon members will cover her therapy bills. 😉

[@JTDimino]

"Someone is going to die." Oh, Addie, you don't even KNOW! 😂

[@disposablehero4911]

You omitted my favorite line😢. "He ain't playing God, he's being judged by him." That line cracks me up everytime i hear it.

[@nielgregory108]

Tom Cruise is impersonating David Misgavige the leader of Scientology. The impersonation is DEAD-ON!!!

[@phtevenj]

19:43 i was wondering this whole time if she recognized hm but just didnt keep the realization in the final cut... omg so funny, so many people dont recognize Tom at first

[@surlycanadian]

Addy’s mouth agape throughout killed me. Haha

[@nootf]

This is by far my favorite movie of all time

[@seefitch4601]

My jaw about dropped when I saw you were watching this! Such a great flick! Unbelievably funny! RDJ is the best!

[@topherbec7578]

One of the last great comedies.

[@SomethingNowhereMan]

This movie is pure comedy! I couldn’t stop laughing throughout the whole movie! I’m glad you had a great laugh watching this movie to the end! I was so shocked to learn Les Grossman was Tom Cruise the whole time. I didn’t even know it was him until the credits. LOL xD

[@chrislagazon2020]

Very nice reaction Addie, priceless. Great that you enjoyed the movie!

[@scottstevens7639]

Actually, you did pretty well recognizing Tom Cruise halfway through the movie. Some people don’t figure it out until the end credits. If you’re interested in more out of the ordinary roles he’s done, check out “Magnolia” or the third ‘Austin Powers’ movie, “Goldmember” (you should really watch all three…)

[@ImAlsoMerobiba]

I was one of those people :(. I wasn't as into movies back then.

[@joeblankenship377]

When this came out, there wasn't a lot of R-rated comedies being made. It really hit the spot. Plus, it was Ben Stiller back to doing his crazier comedy style. Like when he had his sketch show on MTV in the 90s, The Ben Stiller Show. With Janeane Garafolo, Andy Dick, and Bob Odenkirk.

[@anthonyguadagnino2681]

This is a top 5 comedy. U actually have to watch it a few times

[@zbennalley]

Robert Downey Jr. Did the voice-over for the booty sweat commercial at the start of the film, lol

[@goldenager59]

Both surprised and not surprised. 😃

[@zbennalley]

@@goldenager59 pop an ass open!!!

[@CharlesDowney19]

Addie you are awesome !!! Also... Tom Cruise and Bill Hader really make me think of Mr. Burns and Smithers ... Hahaha LOL Also... I love that Tobby McGuire is nominated for the Oscar at the end ... Hahahaha

[@jamescobb420]

Downy and Black had me crying when I first saw this. By the way, my beautiful red headed wife is from Chattanooga, my In laws live in East Ridge area. Really enjoy your reactions.

[@Wintertidal]

Jay Burachel, the voice of Hiccup, is great... and Canadian! Check out This is the End!

[@pricemoore2022]

Ben Stiller and Tom Cruise been friends since the Mission Impossible 2 skit from MTV.

[@stanleysmith2221]

This movie was insanely funny,Tom had everyone Fooled 😅

[@kellybills2987]

I think that was Me Myself and Irene in the Up Next thingy at the end. Another amazing movie If you haven't seen it.

[@phillymc73]

I saw this film in the theater, and needless to say, no one in that audience knew what the hell they were watching! This was probably the most grotesque, hilarious, in your face comedy that really pushed the envelope. Not since the late 70s and early 80s had a comedy film been this offensively hilarious!!

[@nicholasregan6526]

For me, the biggest and funniest clowns, RDJ, Tom Cruise, Ben Stiller, second string, Jack Black, Nick Nolte, Brandon T, LOLOLOLOL

[@MiguelBustamante2585]

4:20 yesss 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂