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Have any of the writers on here ever sent a script to an American production company?

Yup. Now go look for my name on the IMDb. That's right, I'm not there.

I'm surprised English writers don't talk about America more.

I saw Tropic Thunder and it was really funny. I think just about anyone on this forum would find it funny. Great acting, great comedy timing, risky. Just all around a rare chance to see an actually funny movie.

Quote: Curt @ September 4 2008, 4:02 PM BST

I saw Tropic Thunder and it was really funny.

Must admit I am looking forward to seeing this. It's got Steve Coogan in as well, hasn't it?

Anyone seen Pineapple Express? From the trailers it looks like it may be a refreshing change to all the Farrel/Stiller/Vaughn bollocks.

Quote: chipolata @ September 4 2008, 4:06 PM BST

Must admit I am looking forward to seeing this. It's got Steve Coogan in as well, hasn't it?

Yes he has a very good part in the film.

Quote: Leevil @ September 4 2008, 4:15 PM BST

Anyone seen Pineapple Express? From the trailers it looks like it may be a refreshing change to all the Farrel/Stiller/Vaughn bollocks.

Yes! I really wanted to see it but none of my friends nor my fiancee wanted to go. But yes it does look very funny. I love that crew of ex-Freaks and Geeks actors and writers.

Quote: Leevil @ September 4 2008, 4:15 PM BST

Anyone seen Pineapple Express? From the trailers it looks like it may be a refreshing change to all the Farrel/Stiller/Vaughn bollocks.

Seen it on the itnernet, yeah. Oh, it's good though. James Franco is excellent and so is Craig Robinson from The Office. There's even a reference to Hot Fuzz in it.

I do want to see Tropic Thunder now.

I don't get the title though.

Quote: zooo @ September 4 2008, 8:01 PM BST

I do want to see Tropic Thunder now.

I don't get the title though.

Think of cheesy Van Damme type movie titles.

Ah. Just feels like Tropic of Thunder would be better. Or even Tropical Thunder. Just don't get it. Maybe it's an American thang.

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