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Matthew Lillard Responds to Tarantino's Podcast Criticism

2/24/2026

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Quentin Tarantino criticized Matthew Lillard, Paul Dano, and Owen Wilson in a podcast, prompting Lillard to speak out.
Lillard called the criticism a "punch in the mouth."
He also received strong support from George Clooney and James Gunn.
Lillard acknowledged Tarantino's comments hurt, though the positive reactions were uplifting.
Lillard is set to reprise his role in Scream 7, which releases on February 27, 2026.

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Story summary

Quentin Tarantino criticized Matthew Lillard, Paul Dano, and Owen Wilson in a podcast, prompting Lillard to speak out.
Lillard called the criticism a "punch in the mouth."
He also received strong support from George Clooney and James Gunn.
Lillard acknowledged Tarantino's comments hurt, though the positive reactions were uplifting.
Lillard is set to reprise his role in Scream 7, which releases on February 27, 2026.