Review of Tropic Thunder (2008) by Texann C — 23 Sep 2012

An extra star for being the movie me and hubby saw on first, spur of the moment, date.

This review of Tropic Thunder (2008) was written by Texann C on 23 Sep 2012.

Tropic Thunder has generally received positive reviews.

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