Stanley Kubrick Photos from Before he did Movies

In summary, the article discusses a picture of a scientist with a Dr. Strangelove feel, which initially led to confusion about his shiny black shoes. The conversation also touches on the definition of matte and its opposite, shiny, as well as the director's name being corrected to "Kubrick."
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Short CNN article here.
The first picture in the article is of a scientist with a Dr. Strangelove feel.
 
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Dr. Strangelove feel.
I've re-read this four times --- I still see "Strangelove feet.
 
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Looked it up.
Shiny black shoes:
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Guess I expected them to be more of a black with a matte finish.
 

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matte
Doesn't "matte" equal "shiny?"
 
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Matte is the opposite of shiny ("dull and flat, without a shine").
Shiny is glossy.
Satin is in between.

I was expecting him to have scuffed up shoes for some reason.
Shiny actually makes more sense for the character I guess.
 
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Thread title changed to correct spelling of director's name: "Kubrick".
 
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1. What type of photos did Stanley Kubrick take before he started making movies?

Stanley Kubrick primarily took photos of everyday life in New York City. He was particularly drawn to street scenes and portraits of people.

2. Did Kubrick have any formal training in photography before becoming a filmmaker?

No, Stanley Kubrick did not have any formal training in photography. He taught himself by studying photography books and experimenting with different techniques.

3. How did Kubrick's photography background influence his filmmaking style?

Kubrick's photography background heavily influenced his filmmaking style. He was known for using unique angles, lighting, and composition in his films, which were techniques he learned and perfected through photography.

4. Were Kubrick's photos ever exhibited or published?

Yes, Kubrick's photos were exhibited and published. In 1945, his work was featured in a solo exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York. He also had several photographs published in Look magazine.

5. Are there any notable similarities between Kubrick's photos and his films?

Yes, there are many similarities between Kubrick's photos and his films. Both often feature stark, black and white imagery, and explore themes of human nature and societal issues. Kubrick's attention to detail and use of symbolism can also be seen in both his photos and films.

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