Tarantino had labeled Dano the "weakest actor in SAG" and "weak sauce" during a podcast, suggesting his performance lowered There Will Be Blood in his ranking of 21st-century films.
The director's remarks sparked significant backlash, with numerous celebrities defending Dano's talent and character.
Toni Collette, Dano's co-star, strongly condemned Tarantino's comments, questioning his state of mind.
Actors including Ben Stiller, Reese Witherspoon, and George Clooney publicly praised Dano, with Clooney stating he would be "honored" to work with him and suggesting Tarantino's remarks were "cruelty."
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