Oliver Stone is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He was born on September 15, 1946, in New York City.
Stone is known for his provocative and politically charged films, many of which explore themes related to American history, politics, and social issues. Some of his most famous films include “Platoon,” “JFK,” “Natural Born Killers,” and “Wall Street.”
Throughout his career, Stone has won several Academy Awards, including Best Director for “Platoon” and “Born on the Fourth of July.” He has also received numerous other accolades, including three Golden Globe Awards and a BAFTA Award.
In addition to his work in film, Stone has also been involved in politics, and has been a vocal critic of U.S. foreign policy and military interventions. He has written several books on these topics, including “The Untold History of the United States” and “Chasing the Light: Writing, Directing, and Surviving Platoon, Midnight Express, Scarface, Salvador, and the Movie Game.”
While Stone’s films have been praised for their bold and uncompromising vision, they have also been the subject of controversy and criticism, particularly for their depictions of historical events and political figures. However, Stone’s contributions to the film industry have been widely recognized, and he is considered one of the most influential and groundbreaking filmmakers of his generation.
