Quentin Tarantino Trashes Paul Dano, Owen Wilson & Matthew Lillard… Internet Goes to War For Them. Quentin Tarantino is trending after alleged comments surfaced online claiming he called Paul Dano, Matthew Lillard, and Owen Wilson “terrible actors” — and the internet was not having it.

Fans, filmmakers, and fellow actors quickly rallied behind the trio, praising their iconic performances, range, and lasting impact on film and pop culture. From There Will Be Blood to Scream to Wedding Crashers, many are asking: How could anyone call these actors “terrible”?

In this video, we break down:

What was reportedly said and where it came from

Why fans are pushing back so hard

The careers and performances people are defending

How social media turned criticism into a full-blown backlash

Love Tarantino or not, this debate has sparked a bigger conversation about gatekeeping, taste, and respect in Hollywood.

👇 Let us know in the comments: which of these actors do you think is most underrated?

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