Hollywood A-lister George Clooney has publicly expressed his frustration with acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino over comments allegedly made about Clooney’s status as a movie star. In a recent interview with GQ magazine, Clooney, 63, claimed that Tarantino, 61, had stated he couldn’t name a Clooney film ‘since the millennium’.Clooney, visibly irritated, responded to Tarantino’s alleged slight, saying, ‘Since the millennium? That’s kind of my whole f***ing career’. The Oscar-winning actor further added, ‘So now I’m like, all right, dude, f*** off. I don’t mind giving him s***. He gave me s***’.Despite the apparent tension, Clooney maintained a level of respect for Tarantino’s work, acknowledging him as a ‘great director’. He emphasized the importance of working with talented directors and having strong scripts, stating, ‘You can’t make a good film out of a bad script. You can’t do it’.The exchange has ignited discussions about the nature of stardom in Hollywood and the evolving landscape of the film industry. Tarantino has previously criticized what he calls the ‘Marvel-ization of Hollywood,’ arguing that franchise characters have become the stars rather than traditional movie stars.Interestingly, Business Insider reports being unable to find evidence of Tarantino making the specific comments Clooney referenced. This discrepancy adds another layer to the unfolding narrative.The incident occurred during an interview where Clooney was joined by fellow actor Brad Pitt. Pitt, who has worked with both Clooney and Tarantino, remained largely neutral in the discussion.As the story develops, it highlights the complex relationships within Hollywood and the ongoing debate about the changing nature of stardom in the film industry.
Key points
- George Clooney publicly expressed frustration with Quentin Tarantino over alleged comments about his movie star status.
- Clooney defended his post-millennium career, which includes Oscar-winning performances and blockbuster films.
- The incident has sparked discussions about the nature of stardom in Hollywood and the relationship between actors and directors.
Contradictions👾Business Insider reports being unable to find evidence of Tarantino making the specific comments Clooney referenced, which contradicts Clooney’s claims in multiple other sources.
