Actor Paul Dano responds to Quentin Tarantino’s criticism of him

Paul Dano got slammed by Tarantino. Now, he’s ‘grateful that the world spoke up for me’

After Paul Dano came under unexpected fire from filmmaker Quentin Tarantino in December, the “There Will Be Blood” star received support from fellow artists including Daniel Day-Lewis and Ben Stiller. A month after the drama, he is now returning the love. Read more...

Paul Dano Finally Spoke Up After Quentin Tarantino Dunked On His Acting Skills—And His Response Is Everything

Quentin Tarantino's comments late last year about the skill of some actors were rude and unnecessary, but his comments may have done all of us a favor.In 2025, Tarantino issued a barrage of insults toward Paul Dano, Matthew Lillard, and Owen Wilson, calling them weak actors, as well as people he didn't care for.Regarding Paul Dano, Tarantino criticized him for his dual performance in There Will Be Blood, claiming:"Obviously, it's supposed to be …

Paul Dano got slammed by Tarantino. Now, he's 'grateful that the world spoke up for me'

Paul Dano finally addresses Quentin Tarantino's controversial remarks about his casting in 'There Will Be Blood' and the ensuing groundswell of support from his peers.

Quentin Tarantino Named Him The 'Weakest F**king Actor.' He’s Finally Spoken Out, And It’s Good.

The “Pulp Fiction” director got backlash for his brutal criticism in which he called the actor the “limpest dick in the world.”

Paul Dano speaks out after scathing Quentin Tarantino critique

Paul Dano thanked friends and colleagues on Wednesday for coming to his defense after director Quentin Tarantino called the "There Will Be Blood" co-star the worst actor in Hollywood.

Paul Dano Appreciates Everyone Handling That Tarantino Business

Back in December, Quentin Tarantino felt it was a good time to take a giant dump on Paul Dano. What started as a critique of Dano's performance in There Will Be Blood quickly spiraled into a full-out assault that ended... Read more...