Ben Stiller, Tropic Thunder and Robert Downey Jr

Ben Stiller Reflects on Robert Downey Jr.’s Role in 'Tropic Thunder': ‘Edgier Comedy Is Just Harder to Do’
As explained by People , the 2008 satirical comedy film featured Downey Jr. as Kirk Lazarus, a White Australian method actor who underwent “pigmentation alteration” surgery to play Staff Sergeant Lincoln Osiris, a Black character, complete in blackface .
Ben Stiller Says Robert Downey Jr.'s “Tropic Thunder ”Role Would Have Been 'Incredibly Dicey' If It Were Released Today
For the supporting role, Downey Jr. earned Oscar, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. Over the years, Stiller and Downey Jr. have stood by the controversial fi
Ben Stiller doubts if 'Tropic Thunder' would be made today, says 'edgier comedy' is 'harder' to do
Ben Stiller is unsure if he would have made "Tropic Thunder" in today's Hollywood. The actor noted "edgier comedy" is harder to accomplish in "this environment."
Ben Stiller Says Steven Spielberg Saved ‘Tropic Thunder,' but the ‘Dicey' Comedy Couldn't Be Made Today
The 2008 satirical film starred Robert Downey Jr. as a Method actor who dons blackface to play a Vietnam War soldier.
Ben Stiller Doubts ‘Tropic Thunder' Could Get Made "In This Environment": "Edgier Comedy Is Just Harder To Do"
Ben Stiller doesn’t think that if pitched today, Tropic Thunder would ever get made. In a new interview, the Zoolander actor explained why he thinks the 2008 satirical action comedy film he directed and co-wrote would have difficulty getting greenlit.
Ben Stiller Says ‘Tropic Thunder’ Likely Couldn’t Happen Today: ‘Incredibly Dicey’
Tropic Thunder star and director Ben Stiller has confirmed what many movie fans have long believed: there's no way that the hit 2008 comedy could have
Robert Downey Jr. Once Explained Why he Was Hesitant to Do an ‘Iron Man’ Sequel
Robert Downey Jr. once shared all the variables he needed to consider before committing to another solo ‘Iron Man’ film.
Robert Downey Jr. Is Returning To The MCU To Play Doctor Doom, And Anthony Mackie Had A Hilarious Response About Captain America Fighting The Villain
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RUMOR: Robert Downey Jr.'s Lead Role In AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY May Stop Him Joining Christopher Nolan's New Film
Christopher Nolan is said to be keen to get Robert Downey Jr. on board for his already star-studded new project, but the ...
Will Robert Downey Jr. earn a 2025 Tony nomination for ‘McNeal’ following 2024 Emmy and Oscar wins?
Over the past 10 years Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar has batted a thousand at the Tony Awards. Both of his ...
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5 Reasons Why Henry Cavill Is a Better Sherlock Holmes Than Robert Downey Jr.
Find out the 5 reasons why Henry Cavill's portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the Enola Holmes series is better than Robert ...
I Had No Idea Mark Ruffalo Credited Robert Downey Jr. For His MCU Casting, But His Take Is Both Practical And Super Sweet
While a number of the OG Avengers have retired (although RDJ is returning as Doctor Doom ), Mark Ruffalo has continued ...
If you have to watch one movie this Thanksgiving, stream this one
There are plenty of movies to watch this Thanksgiving, but this underrated 1995 gem starring Robert Downey Jr. is one you ...
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Pirates of the Caribbean Loss Won’t Even Matter to Johnny Depp If He Bags a Role Robert Downey Jr Lobbied Hard for Him to Get
Johnny Depp might be seen as an iconic villain soon in a classic Robert Downey Jr. franchise if the reports turn out to be ...
When Emily Blunt Revealed Being Heartbroken Over Losing Key MCU Role To This Star: “I Wanted To Work With Robert Downey Jr.”
Did you know Emily Blunt was the first choice to play a key MCU role alongside Robert Downey Jr.? Read on for the whole scoop ...