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The Best Role Of Tom Cruise: Never-Before-Seen Hilarious Footage Released
Years later, Tom Cruise remains eager to create a spin-off featuring his unforgettable character, and he has also secured a director for the project.
In 2008, Tropic Thunder was released, a wacky comedy about a group of filmmakers experiencing a real war scenario in the jungles of Southeast Asia.
The film boasted a star-studded cast including Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black, Matthew McConaughey, and Ben Stiller, who also directed the film. However, many viewers were captivated by one actor in particular: Tom Cruise.
Cruise portrayed Les Grossman, the head of a major film studio, who frequently berates an Asian drug cartel over the phone. Additionally, he features in several dance scenes.
This was a very different role for Cruise, who was primarily known for action films at the time (and still is). But he fully committed to the character, insisting on having "fat hands" and being able to dance in the film.
The result was impressive. Even in the makeup test for Cruise, which can be viewed below, the character comes to life vividly. The actor appeared to enjoy himself immensely.
Cruise still wishes to make a Les Grossman spin-off. In May, director Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) revealed that he is considering the project. "We are having serious conversations about it," he said.
The film boasted a star-studded cast including Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black, Matthew McConaughey, and Ben Stiller, who also directed the film. However, many viewers were captivated by one actor in particular: Tom Cruise.
Other Role
Cruise portrayed Les Grossman, the head of a major film studio, who frequently berates an Asian drug cartel over the phone. Additionally, he features in several dance scenes.
This was a very different role for Cruise, who was primarily known for action films at the time (and still is). But he fully committed to the character, insisting on having "fat hands" and being able to dance in the film.
Early Footage
The result was impressive. Even in the makeup test for Cruise, which can be viewed below, the character comes to life vividly. The actor appeared to enjoy himself immensely.
Cruise still wishes to make a Les Grossman spin-off. In May, director Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) revealed that he is considering the project. "We are having serious conversations about it," he said.
