Nominations: Best Director

Michel Hazanavicius for The Artist Winner Michel Hazanavicius for The Artist Best Director
Jeff Nichols for Take Shelter Jeff Nichols for Take Shelter Best Director
Nicolas Winding Refn for Drive Nicolas Winding Refn for Drive Best Director
Alexander Payne for The Descendants Alexander Payne for The Descendants Best Director
Mike Mills for Beginners Mike Mills for Beginners Best Director