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"The Artist" won the coveted Oscar for best picture, beating out eight other films, including "Hugo," "The Descendants" and "The Help." The award went to Thomas Langmann, the film's producer, seen at far left in the left photo.

Oscars 2012: Best picture

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"The Artist" won the coveted Oscar for best picture, beating out eight other films, including "Hugo," "The Descendants" and "The Help." The award went to Thomas Langmann, the film's producer, seen at far left in the left photo.

Oscars 2012: Academy Award winners

Oscars 2012: Best picture