Independent Filmmakers and Their Impact

Barbra Streisand introduces the nominees for Best Director at the Academy Awards, highlighting the potential for historic wins. The nominees include James Cameron, Kathryn Bigelow, Quentin Tarantino, Lee Daniels, and Jason Reitman. Kathryn Bigelow wins the award, marking a significant achievement. In her acceptance speech, she thanks her collaborators and dedicates the award to military personnel.

Who introduced the nominees for Best Director?

• Steven Spielberg

• Tom Hanks

• Barbra Streisand

• Meryl Streep

Which nominee was noted for being a passionate person eager to push the envelope?

• James Cameron

• Lee Daniels

• Quentin Tarantino

• Kathryn Bigelow

Who exemplifies the spirit of the independent filmmaker according to the transcript?

• Jason Reitman

• Lee Daniels

• Quentin Tarantino

• Kathryn Bigelow

Which director is described as having the 'openness stamp on the story'?

• Quentin Tarantino

• Jason Reitman

• Kathryn Bigelow

• James Cameron

Who directed 'Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire'?

• Kathryn Bigelow

• James Cameron

• Lee Daniels

• Quentin Tarantino

Which director made a movie that came from his brain and heart?

• Lee Daniels

• Quentin Tarantino

• James Cameron

• Jason Reitman

Who won the Best Director award?

• James Cameron

• Jason Reitman

• Kathryn Bigelow

• Quentin Tarantino

Who did Kathryn Bigelow thank for risking his life for the screenplay?

• Jeremy Renner

• Anthony Mackie

• Mark Boal

• Brian Geraghty

What does Kathryn Bigelow believe is the secret to directing?

• Creativity

• Passion

• Experience

• Collaboration

To whom did Kathryn Bigelow dedicate her award?

• The Academy

• Her crew

• Her family

• The military personnel