Oliver Stone
William Oliver Stone is an American filmmaker. An acclaimed director who tackled subjects ranging from the Vietnam War and American politics to musical biopics and crime dramas, Stone has received numerous accolades including three Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, one Primetime Emmy, three Independent Spirit Awards and six Golden Globes.
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- Born in
- New York City
- Educated at
- Yale UniversityNew York UniversityNew York University Tisch School of the ArtsSaybrook CollegeThe Hill School
- Awards
- 🏆 Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay🏆 Academy Award for Best Director
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1946
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