The film marked the first time Scorsese won an Oscar after six previous losses . Many felt that he deserved it years earlier for prior efforts . Some have even gone further , calling it a Lifetime Achievement Award for a lesser film . Scorsese himself joked that he won because : " This is the first movie I 've done with a plot . " While accepting the award , Scorsese stated that " I just want to say , too , that so many people over the years have been wishing this for me , strangers , you know . I go walking in the street people say something to me , I go in a doctor 's office , I go in a. . . whatever ... elevators , people are saying , " You should win one , you should win one . " I go for an x-ray , " You should win one . " And I 'm saying , " Thank you . " And then friends of mine over the years and friends who are here tonight are wishing this for me and my family . I thank you . This is for you . " At the 11th Satellite Awards on December 18 , 2006 , '' The Departed '' won awards for Best Ensemble , Motion Picture , Best Motion Picture , Drama , Best Screenplay – Adapted ( William Monahan ) , and Best Actor in a Supporting Role ( Leonardo DiCaprio )
11th Satellite Awards
11th Satellite Awards
The Departed