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8th May 1934: Cameramen on the railway track getting a shot of the Aberdonian express train, with an actor disembarking on to a tender, for the film Night Mail, directed by Herbert Smith. (Photo by Fred Morley/Fox Photos/Getty Images)
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Fred Morley
Media ID 20394031
Back View Camera Film Format Portrait Movie Camera Rail Transport Railway Steam Steam Train Train
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In this print captured by Fred Morley, we are transported back to the 8th of May in 1934. The scene unfolds on a railway track as a group of dedicated cameramen set up their equipment to capture an iconic shot for the film Night Mail, directed by Herbert Smith. The Aberdonian express train steams towards us with great force, its power palpable even through the stillness of the photograph. A sense of anticipation fills the air as we witness an actor disembarking onto a tender, adding a touch of drama to this cinematic moment. From behind, we observe one cameraman intently focused on his movie camera. Clad in white attire that contrasts against the dark backdrop, he becomes part of this historical tableau. His presence symbolizes both dedication and craftsmanship as he strives to immortalize this fleeting instant on celluloid. The steam train itself stands as an emblematic figure within rail transport history - a testament to human ingenuity and progress during that era. Its billowing clouds merge with the surrounding misty atmosphere, creating an ethereal ambiance that adds depth and mystery to the composition. Fred Morley's skillful lens captures not only a specific moment but also evokes nostalgia for a time when cinema was still in its infancy. This print serves as both documentation and artistry; it transports us back in time while reminding us of our enduring fascination with capturing life's fleeting moments through film.
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