Robert Downey Jr. Embodies Method Acting on 'Tropic Thunder' Set
The actor's dedication to his role went as far as staying in character during bathroom breaks, according to co-star Danny McBride.
Overview
- Robert Downey Jr. stayed in character as Kirk Lazarus throughout the filming of 'Tropic Thunder', even during bathroom breaks.
- Danny McBride, Downey's co-star, revealed that Downey would talk and sing to himself in character, including making up a song about going to the bathroom.
- The commitment to method acting was part of Downey's portrayal of an Australian actor who undergoes 'pigmentation alteration' surgery to play a Black soldier.
- Downey has defended his controversial role in the film, stating it was intended to critique Hollywood tropes and blackface.
- Despite the potential for backlash, Downey received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for his performance in the film.