French Director Michel Hazanavicius blows a kiss after winning the Oscar for best director for his film "The Artist" at the 84th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 26, 2012.[Photo/Agencies]

French Director Michel Hazanavicius holds up his Oscar as presenter Michael Douglas (R) walks away after winning for best director for his film "The Artist" at the 84th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 26, 2012.[Photo/Agencies]