Silence is golden: 'The Artist' wins the Oscar for Best Picture

Until today, no silent film had won the top Oscar since “Wings,” at the first Academy Awards ceremony in 1929.

French Director Michel Hazanavicius kissed his wife Berenice Bejo after 'The Artist' won the Oscar for Best Picture

Jean Dujardin accepted the Oscar for Best Actor for his role in the 'The Artist.'

Mr. Hazanavicius accepted the Oscar for Best Director for 'The Artist.'

Mark Bridges, winner for costume design for 'The Artist,' addressed the audience.

From left, producer Thomas Langmann, actress Bérénice Bejo and director Michel Hazanavicius, who is married to Ms. Bejo, all of 'The Artist,' arrived at the Oscars.

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