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William Oliver Stone is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. Stone came to public prominence between the mid-1980s and the early 1990s for writing and directing a series of films about the Vietnam War, in which he had participated as an infantry soldier. Many of Stone's films primarily focus on controversial American political issues during the late 20th century, and as such that they were considered contentious at the times of their releases.

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Wonderful human being, love him, best American I know, who else is that alive?! Do these students know how lucky they are to experience Oliver Stone in person? He is so aware of history, talks about that battle in Vietnam as if it was yesterday. And fully in the present at the same time. He will turn 70 on September 15. What a life he has had! Full of admiration, ever since I knew of him (JFK, 1992). Courageous like hardly any other director. In spite of massive resistance, character assassination and criticism to no end. A role model. Thanks fo much for posting this interview!

[golibakhtiar]

I knew Oliver Stone in 1974. His was dinamic and his Moroccan wife helped me to cope in New York. He was so hundsome. I wish I meet him again.

[VV-gggz]

There are people in the world you never want to see them die, Oliver Stone is one of them. I love his work and words.

[jackcassie]

I knew if I searched long enough across the internet, I would find such a down to earth ever evolving talented person worth listening too.
Thank you Oliver Stone for being you.

[fabiengerard]

A remarkable American indeed, as well as a major artist and a true intellectual. His French-born mother’s culture and sensibility clearly helped him soon analyze what’s happening around the Globe from more than one single viewpoint. That’s why I never miss these master classes of his, beside his various cinematic achievements. Full respect. 🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏

[panchovilla]

I always look for Oliver's talks, and I found this one it's fantastic.
I have new respect for Oliver, never knew what he went through in Vietnam.
Every high school kid should see this.

[annawarner]

I hope Stone is nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his work and his humanitarianism,

[sheilalarkin]

Thanks Oliver. We have never recovered from Vietnam but you have managed to become an astute historical writer/director with great insights into the tragedies of war, crime and political corruption.

[Justyburger]

I love soaking up the insights and wisdom of Oliver Stone. A fascinating man.

[LaMOi]

To come back from 4 years tour of seeing War first hand and the depravity of it all — and come back retaining or able to find a warmth and an empathy for human beings is extraordinary.

[bluenorsky]

'There has to be a memory for compassion to exist'. Never a truer word said.

[JohnBarnett-uj]

Informative post ❤ thanks for these memories John Barnett ❤

[johndinapoli]

Oliver Stone for Secretary of State..or POTUS!
The man is Genius, humble, well versed and educated, with great deal of Life Experiences, international conflict resolution.God Bless him and Happy 70th Birthday, Oliver!
Keep up the good job.

[christopherhan]

Admirable guy. How many filmmakers volunteered to fight in a war and were wounded? Platoon is his masterpiece, but he made many other strong movies.

[Suedeash]

Watched hours worth of interviews with this great man today, his insights into the Vietman War and views on politics in general really ring true in so many ways.

[ppppapy]

i only feel the utmost respect and deep admiration for this great mind, this oliver stone mind

[joshrandalldisavows]

I will always admire Oliver Stone. Provocative body of work.

[gibrilgaye]

I love the part where he states that he is motivated by truth. A good lesson for the younger generation. He is a good human being. Respect

[theoutlawjamesthompson]

I will always remember you Mr Stone, you are a great example of a human being.

[marypartridge]

Its great to know that there are great Americans and they are not all narcissistic go getters and this man is one.