Review of Tropic Thunder (2008) by Grant T — 16 May 2013

You do have to find comedy in gore and offensive jokes to enjoy this one.

This review of Tropic Thunder (2008) was written by Grant T on 16 May 2013.

Tropic Thunder has generally received positive reviews.

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