During an open conversation with his close friend Brad Pitt for GQ while promoting their upcoming action-comedy “Wolfs,” George Clooney didn’t hold back.

Pitt, 60, had his moments of wit in the detailed discussion centered around their long-standing careers. However, Clooney, 63, took the lead with sharp remarks, especially targeting his “Three Kings” director David O. Russell. Additionally, Clooney expressed his frustration regarding his “From Dusk Till Dawn” co-star and fellow director Quentin Tarantino.

In their playful debate over who had the best ’80s mullet, it was a tie, but Clooney emerged as the main voice throughout the interview.

Here’s a recap of Clooney’s comments and our take on his bold statements.

George Clooney responds, still ‘irritated’ by Quentin Tarantino’s career comment

While praising Tarantino’s directing, Clooney took a jab during the GQ chat when Pitt stated that Tarantino was “good” in their collaboration on the 1996 film “From Dusk Till Dawn,” directed by Robert Rodriguez.

“He was okay in it,” Clooney remarked, implying his view wasn’t overly flattering. He also shared that he felt “irritated” by Tarantino’s recent remarks about him.

“He was mentioning movie stars, and while he talked about (Pitt) and others, the interviewer asked, ‘What about George?’ Tarantino said I’m not a movie star,” Clooney explained. “Then he asked, ‘Name me a movie since the millennium.’ My reaction was, ‘Since the millennium? That’s pretty much my whole (expletive) career.’ ”

Pitt found Clooney’s reactions amusing, as he kept throwing in colorful language about Tarantino’s comments.

Tarantino probably should have seen that coming, as you can’t throw shade at Clooney without getting some back. Expect these two to smooth things over soon over a drink of Casamigos tequila.

George Clooney labels ‘Three Kings’ director David O. Russell as ‘miserable’

Discussing his selection of projects in his 60s, Clooney pointed out Russell, the director of “Three Kings,” as an example.

Clooney reiterated that collaborating with such a gifted yet notoriously challenging director simply isn’t appealing anymore, sharing, “Five months is a significant amount of time,” before adding that working with “a miserable (expletive) like David O. Russell who made my life hell” isn’t worth it.

“He made life hell for every crew member,” Clooney continued. “It’s just not worth it. I can’t afford that kind of hassle at this phase of my life.”

While Clooney was reviving old grievances, it effectively highlighted the importance of valuing one’s time, especially now in his career.

George Clooney and Brad Pitt wage a mullet showdown. Who emerged victorious?

The discussion took an entertaining turn as Clooney and Pitt debated who sported the better ’80s mullet.

Amidst Pitt’s musings on their youthful missteps, Clooney touched upon their dated hairstyles. Pitt boldly claimed he had “one of the greatest mullets of all time,” which left Clooney momentarily bemused.

“Are you talking about my mullet or yours?” Clooney questioned.

“I’m going to say mine,” Pitt replied confidently.

“Well, I might say mine too,” Clooney countered.

Just own that voluminous mullet, Mr. Clooney.