It’s been eight years since 2016’s “Snowden,” the last time Oliver Stone directed a narrative feature. Of course, he’s been busy since, directing documentaries. But as he gets up there in age, the question remains–will Stone direct another narrative film? Well, according to the filmmaker, he would like to direct one more, and he’d like to get it done relatively soon.
Speaking to Deadline, where he’s in Cannes promoting his new documentary, “Lula,” Oliver Stone was asked about the possibility he would direct a narrative feature. The filmmaker said not only is he interested in doing so, he has an idea in mind and a timeframe he’d like to begin.
“I’d like to, I think I have one more in me,” said Stone. “I do have a narrative film in mind, but I can’t tell you what it is…But it is an important narrative. I’d like to have one more film if I can get it done. It’ll be done in the next year, that’s for sure.”
There’s no way of knowing what subject he’d like to make a film about nowadays. Stone is known for his politically-charged films, such as the aforementioned “Snowden” as well as “W.” There’s no shortage of political situations that would make for a quality film. Or perhaps Stone is hoping to do something closer to “Savages” or “Alexander?” We’ll just have to wait and see.
The other question is whether or not Stone can find financing for a feature. We’ve heard from major filmmakers recently about how difficult it is to find funding for films unless you go the streaming route. And even then, things can also fall apart.
All that to say, Oliver Stone wants to make one more narrative film. If or when that becomes a reality, we’ll be interested to see it.
