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“One of the things that sets Oliver Stone apart though is he is commercial. He is mainstream. He makes big movies and he is one of the last guys that can make big movies that actually have something to say, that you know challenge the audience in a way while entertaining them.”

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John Buffalo Mailer

John Buffalo Mailer, born on April 16, 1978, is an American author known for his works that explore themes such as Native American culture, identity, and social justice. more

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