Filming "The Cameraman" | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

Filming "The Cameraman"

Filming "The Cameraman" | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
Cinematographers Reggie Lanning and Elgin Lessley sitting and standing on a small platform with two cameras during the filming of Buster Keaton's movie "The Cameraman." The platform is part of a wooden scaffolding and can be moved up and down. Lanning is pointing towards something.

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DESCRIPTION
Cinematographers Reggie Lanning and Elgin Lessley sitting and standing on a small platform with two cameras during the filming of Buster Keaton's movie "The Cameraman." The platform is part of a wooden scaffolding and can be moved up and down. Lanning is pointing towards something.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:126859
Creation Date:date unknown
Creator Name:Unknown
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Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:photographic print, b&w
Original Format Number:TF The Cameraman
Original Dimensions:8 x 10 inches
SUBJECTS
Stages (Platforms)
Motion pictures
Men
Clothing and dress
Motion picture cameras
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Reference Details
Location:Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin

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