The Artist

In 1929, actor George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) is a bona fide matinee idol with many adoring fans. While working on his latest film, George finds himself falling in love with an ingenue named Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo) and, what's more, it seems Peppy feels the same way. But George is reluctant to cheat on his wife with the beautiful young actress. The growing popularity of sound in movies further separates the potential lovers, as George's career begins to fade while Peppy's star rises.

In 1929, actor George Valentin (Jean Dujardin) is a bona fide matinee idol with many adoring fans. While working on his latest film, George finds himself falling in love with an ingenue named Peppy Miller (Bérénice Bejo) and, what's more, it seems Peppy feels the same way. But George is reluctant to cheat on his wife with the beautiful young actress. The growing popularity of sound in movies further separates the potential lovers, as George's career begins to fade while Peppy's star rises.

Awards

Academy Awards - Best Picture

Academy Awards - Best Actor - Jean Dujardin

Academy Awards - Directing - Michel Hazanavicius

Academy Awards - Original Score

Academy Awards - Costume Design

Spirit Awards - Feature, Director, Cinematography, Male Lead - Jean Dujardin

Cesar Awards - Film, Director, Actress, Cinematography, Music, Production Design

SAG Awards - Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role - Jean Dujardin

Director's Guild Awards - Outstanding Directorial Achievement (Feature Film) - Michel Hazanavicius

Golden Globes - Best Picture (Comedy or Musical)

Golden Globes - Best Actor (Comedy or Musical) - Jean Dujardin

Golden Globes - Best Original Score

Nominations

Academy Awards - Best Supporting Actress - Berenice Bejo, Cinematography, Original Screenplay, Art Direction, Film Editing