Who wrote and directed the 1986 film 'Platoon'?

Oliver Stone both wrote and directed the 1986 film "Platoon." The critically acclaimed film, based on Stone's own experiences as a soldier during the Vietnam War, depicts the brutal realities and moral struggles faced by American soldiers in the conflict. Stone's powerful storytelling and attention to detail earned him the Academy Award for Best Director, capturing the raw emotions and complexities of war in this influential film.