Hollywood 1927.
George Valentin is a silent movie superstar.
The advent of the talkies will sound the death knell for his career and see him fall into oblivion.
For young extra Peppy Miller, it seems the sky's the limit - major movie stardom awaits.
The Artist tells the story of their interlinked destinies.
The film was nominated for six Golden Globes, and won three;Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, Best Original Score, and Best Actor - Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (Dujardin).
In January 2012 the film was nominated for ten Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay for Hazanavicius, Best Actor in a Leading Role for Dujardin, and Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Bejo.