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When Barbra Streisand, a legendary figure among Hollywood women known for her outstanding achievements as a singer, actress, director, and producer, took the stage to present an award, everyone knew the result for Best Director.
Last year's Best Director, Danny Boyle, had not taken the stage; in his place was a senior female member, which made it obvious.
Martin turned his head to glance at David Fincher and saw a flicker of unwillingness pass over his face.
The David Fincher of now was not yet the director who had been criticized by film critics for his passive collaboration with Netflix; he still harbored an Oscar dream.
But the Oscars were destined to make history tonight.
And, unsurprisingly, the name that came out of Barbra Streisand's mouth was Catherine Bigelow.
"The Hurt Locker" not only won Best Director but also took home Best Picture.
Summit Entertainment and the film's investors, David Ellison and Megan Ellison, became the biggest winners of the night.
