Last Updated: 01 Apr 2010

The Oscars: a night for the ladies!

The Oscars took place last night and was owned by the women in the film industry.

Kathryn Bigelow of The Hurt Locker made history by becoming the first female to win the Best Director award, beating out her ex-husband, Avatar Director James Cameron.

Other big winners from the night were:

Best Picture

The Hurt Locker

Best Actress In A Leading Role

Sandra Bullock - The Blind Side

Best Actor In A Leading Role

Jeff Bridges - Crazy Heart

Best Actor In A Supporting Role

Christoph Waltz - Inglourious Basterds

Best Actress In A Supporting Role

Mo'Nique - Precious

Best Original Screenplay

The Hurt Locker