“It Hurts”- Matthew Liliard Responds to Quentin Tarantino’s Scorching Comment About Him

Published 12/06/2025, 10:27 PM EST

Matthew Liliard has met Quentin Tarantino’s barbed remark with composure. On The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast, Tarantino confessed he "did not care for" Matthew Liliard as an actor, setting off an immediate ripple of gossip and indignation.

The public outcry was swift, insisting on Matthew Liliard’s considerable merit. From his memorable Scream performances to acclaimed theatrical work, Liliard’s talents are undeniable. Admirers found Tarantino’s dismissal jarring, a jolt against the actor’s well-earned reputation.

In the next act of this drama, Matthew Liliard has now responded thoughtfully to the critique Quentin Tarantino made, demonstrating professionalism and grace in addressing the comments.

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Matthew Liliard's reply to Quentin Tarantino's remark

Matthew Liliard addressed Quentin Tarantino’s remarks at a GalaxyCon event, reflecting on the impact of the critique. He acknowledged that while he initially tried to dismiss the comments, they resonated more than expected, revealing the emotional side of his experience.

"It fu----- sucks. You would not say that to Tom Cruise. You would not say that to somebody who is a top-line actor in Hollywood." Matthew Liliard said this candidly at GalaxyCon, expressing the sting of Tarantino’s critique by saying, "It's humbling, and it hurts".

  He emphasized the contrast between fan admiration and Hollywood perception. Despite his longstanding career and successful roles in films such as the Scooby Doo films, Liliard noted that industry recognition does not always align with public popularity, making the experience humbling and eye-opening.  

Ultimately, Matthew Liliard approached the moment with maturity and gratitude, especially when fans in the audience began shouting their love and thanking him. Their response reinforced his sense of connection and softened the blow of Hollywood’s harsher judgments.

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In fact, Matthew Liliard merely joins a long queue of performers caught in Quentin Tarantino’s sudden burst of harsh opinions.

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Quentin Tarantino has long cultivated a reputation for unleashing caustic opinions upon fellow figures in the film world, often during podcast discussions. His commentary ranges from curt dismissals to pointed critiques, delivered with a confidence that both fascinates and frustrates audiences.

While some remarks remain ambiguous, especially regarding Paul Dano, calling him the weakest actor, and Tarantino’s unclear assessment of his artistic strength, other statements have carried unmistakable force. Tarantino’s willingness to announce personal taste as definitive judgment remains a hallmark of his public persona.

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Owen Wilson, Suzanne Collins, Bruce Lee, Stanley Kubrick, David Lynch, and Kevin Smith all found themselves on the receiving end of his barbed performance. His assessments ranged from irritation to outright condemnation, igniting rebuttals and spirited discussions across the industry.

The director’s critiques reached their most audacious when he defended his portrayal of Bruce Lee, criticised The Hunger Games, questioned Stanley Kubrick’s sincerity, and dismissed Kevin Smith’s filmography. These moments affirmed Tarantino’s unfiltered style and his enduring comfort with controversy.

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Iffat Siddiqui

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Iffat is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. A word wizard, she had the sorting hat smoke at the seams owing to her excellence in everything Hollywood and cinema until it finally declared that she belonged to the Royals, specifically Meghan Markle. Boasting over 300 articles (and counting), each one tastefully infused with the right mix of facts, wit, opinion, and essentially everything to make a perfect pop culture piece, she is the epitome of a trustworthy entertainment journalist.

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