Oliver STONE is a five-letter answer to the crossword clue 'Platoon Director'. He is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer. STONE is best known for his work in the war film genre, particularly for his Academy Award-winning films Platoon (1986) and Born on the Fourth of July (1989). He has also directed other critically acclaimed films such as JFK (1991), Nixon (1995), and W. (2008). STONE's films often focus on controversial political and social issues, and he has been praised for his realistic and unique approach to filmmaking.