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Mr. Tourneur, portrait photograph, 1918 Mar. 20. Creator: Arnold Genthe
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Mr. Tourneur, portrait photograph, 1918 Mar. 20. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mr. Tourneur, portrait photograph, 1918 Mar. 20. Maurice Tourneur, French film director and screenwriter
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This black and white portrait photograph, titled "Mr. Tourneur," was taken by renowned American photographer Arnold Genthe on March 20, 1918. The subject of the photograph is Maurice Tourneur, a French film director and screenwriter who made a significant impact on the American film industry during the 1910s. Born in France in 1876, Tourneur began his career as an actor in Paris before moving to the United States in 1906 to pursue opportunities in the burgeoning film industry. He quickly rose through the ranks, directing his first film, "The Foolish Virgin," in 1914. Tourneur is best known for his innovative cinematography and his ability to bring a unique artistic vision to his films. In this portrait, Tourneur is depicted in profile, with a serious expression on his face and a thoughtful gaze. He is dressed in a formal suit and wears a bow tie, giving him an air of sophistication and authority. The photograph was taken using a glass negative process, which accounts for the high contrast and fine detail visible in the image. The portrait is part of the Arnold Genthe Collection, housed in the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. Genthe, who was also of French descent, was a prolific photographer who documented American life during the early 20th century. His work is an invaluable record of the people, places, and events that shaped American history. Tourneur continued to work in the film industry until his retirement in 1947, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking films that continue to influence modern cinema. This portrait serves as a reminder of his contributions to the art of filmmaking and the important role that photographers like Arnold Genthe played in documenting the history of American culture.
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