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Cinema Poster; 7 Days Leave From Prison
Convicted criminal Danny Hughes appears in a series of photographs as part of an experiment in home leave from prisons. Here he reads a poster advertising the gang warfare film Cosh Boy, in which he could have played the real life lead. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6494 - 7 Days Leave From Prison - pub. 1953 (Photo by Thurston Hopkins/Getty Images)
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Thurston Hopkins
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1950 1959 Advertisement Cinema Advertising Clothing Crime Criminal Film Industry Home Leaving Looking Movie Part Part Of A Series Poster Prison Rear View Rollei Scientific Experiment Single Film Poster Format
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In this photograph captured by Thurston Hopkins, we are transported back to the year 1953. The image features convicted criminal Danny Hughes, who becomes a subject of an intriguing experiment in home leave from prisons. As part of this unique study, Hughes is seen standing in front of a cinema poster for the gang warfare film "Cosh Boy" which he could have potentially played the lead role in had his life taken a different path. The portrait-style poster showcases Hughes from behind, emphasizing his solitary presence as he contemplates the world beyond prison walls. Dressed in typical attire of that era, complete with a hat adorning his head, Hughes exudes an air of mystery and intrigue. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a powerful commentary on crime, law enforcement, and societal norms during that period. It offers us a glimpse into the complex relationship between individuals like Hughes and their aspirations within the film industry. As an archival piece of photography belonging to Picture Post magazine's collection (issue number 6494), it stands as both art and historical documentation. Through its composition and subject matter, this image invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as justice, rehabilitation, ambition, and missed opportunities – all encapsulated within one mesmerizing frame.
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