Oliver Stone
Film director, screenwriter, and producer known for directing multiple acclaimed feature films and documentaries. Winner of 3 Academy Awards and nominated 11 times. Directed films such as Platoon, Wall Street, Born on the Fourth of July, Scarface, JFK, Nixon, Alexander, W, and Snowden. Also known for documentary work including interviews with Fidel Castro, Hugo Chavez, and Vladimir Putin.
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Oliver Stone is an American filmmaker celebrated for his impactful work in both narrative and documentary cinema.
He has directed several iconic films dealing with political and social themes, earning 3 Oscars and 11 nominations throughout his career.
Known for his distinctive style and investigative storytelling, Stone has interviewed prominent world leaders in his documentaries, showcasing his interest in controversial and historical subjects.
His filmography includes acclaimed movies like Platoon and JFK, which have contributed significantly to American cinema.
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Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #286
Topic: Geopolitics, the War in Ukraine, and Oliver Stone's interviews with Vladimir Putin, discussing historical and contemporary international relations.
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