How many people can say that Oliver Stone came to their uni and they even managed to worm a cheeky photo out of him? That's right, us! Hearing the news that we were getting a visit from Oliver Stone was incredible, we were all so excited. Natural Born Killers is a one of my favorite films like, EVER which is a real achievement. Having never met anyone 'famous' apart from the occasional bump in to Paolo Nutini on a Saturday night, I wasn't sure what exactly to expect. Being such an amazing, award-winning director such as he, you never know what they are going to be like. Lets be honest, it would be pretty hard not to be arrogant. But I found Oliver Stone very down to earth and interesting, he has an interesting way of thinking. I enjoyed some of his opinions on the world that we live in, and in his case, America. I thought it was a real pleasure to have met him, and that picture is going to get printed and framed. Its one of these 'once in a lifetime' opportunities, especially when you are an 18 year old studying film, to have the company of such an inspirational director. Oliver Stone made me want to really live life to the fullest, cheesy I know, but I think thats where the best stories and films come from. I feel myself straying from the normal chick flicks and wanting to make something that says something, something I can be proud of. I loved the way he wasn't talking down his work, and in fact he was bragging about how much he loved Alexander. He was frank about it, hes damn good and he knows it. His attitude toward us was lovely, I thought it was great he came up and spoke to us because he really didn't need to. In general, it was a great experience and I'm sure my auntie will be telling her friends aunties gran for many years to come!
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