Thomas Langmann, (R) producer of "The Artist", poses with the best picture award with director Michel Hazanavicius backstage at the 2012 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California, February 25, 2012.[Photo/Agencies]

Cast members Leyla Hatami (R) and Peyman Moadi of the film "A Separation" by Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi (C) pose with award for best international film backstage at the 2012 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California, February 25, 2012.[Photo/Agencies]