What I exactly see and caught my attention in this photograph is the couple in the middle paying no attention to the movie that is playing. They preferred to be kissing with one another instead of enjoying the magic of the 3D glasses, which was something new at the time (1943). At the same time I see that people are focused on the movie and only a lady that is right on top of the couple was looking straight at the camera. It makes me think that the couple where in the movie theater watching a 3D movie for the first time but since it was probably not so appealing to them they decided to have some fun and kiss instead. It also makes me think that even though if we are at a place but we are really not having fun; we will not pay attention and will find something else that can be more entertaining. The picture has a sneaky and spontaneous look to it, since we can see that it was taken with a flash and at the same time that feeling of curiosity from the people behind them is also present.
The fact that the picture is in black and white gives us a hint that it was shot during the mid 1900’s. We can clearly see that the image was taken in a candid/spontaneous way that the couple was probably not aware since they were kissing. I love how perfect the picture is regarding lighting even though he used a flash, the main subject in the middle is not over or under exposed, showing a great amount of detail in their clothes and faces. At the same time we can see their surroundings enough to tell what they were doing.
This photograph compliments with the rest of the photos that I chose because it shows the way that WeeGee used to photograph back in the 30s and 40s. He was always there when something unique happened. Even though he is known for his crime scene photographs, he also has other images that are not related to crime. For example drunk people in the streets, couples and many others.
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