Best Picture Winner

Answer 1: It is an award given to the film judged as the highest quality of a given year or award show cycle.

Answer 2: The Academy Awards is most famous. Other shows like Cannes and regional film awards also have a version of this honor.

Answer 3: It gives films prestige and wider recognition. Often leading to more viewers and long term film interest.

Answer 4: Voting processes vary but usually involve film experts critics and members of a related academy or group.

Answer 5: Yes. It is common for fans and experts to argue over choices for the award each year. It is a subjective topic.

Answer 6: Yes. Though it is less common many foreign films have been nominated and some have won in past years.

Answer 7: Yes. The added press and praise often assist with a movie's commercial success. Especially long term interest.

Answer 8: Websites like IMDb Wikipedia and official award show pages offer full archives of past winners across all years.

Answer 9: No. Taste in movies is subjective. The winner is seen as best by voting groups not everyone on earth.

Answer 10: Yes. Different award groups can vary in who they pick based on their criteria or timing of events and voting.