Not many filmmakers have the nerve to make us wait these days, but Scott knows his audience is primed for exploding chests and toothy extraterrestrials, and he enjoys playing on our trepidation while showing off the stunning production design.

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Best production design went to Casino Royale, while Curse of the Golden Flower won in the period film category and Pan's Labyrinth's took the prize for a fantasy film.

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