EXCLUSIVE
Most of Hollywood is ripping Sony Pictures for its decision to pull "The Interview" from theaters -- but 2 guys from System of a Down understand why it had to be done.
Our photog spotted drummer John Dolmayan and bassist Shavo Odadjian in Santa Monica Sunday night -- and the guys stood up for Sony.
System is signed to Columbia Records -- which is owned by Sony -- and while John and Shavo aren't in total agreement with their company's decision ... they think the haters are forgetting one very important factor.
Watch their explanation ... might change your mind about Sony.