Staged Love: Doisneau's Craft

Unveil the story behind Robert Doisneau's captivating photograph of a couple kissing in Paris. This video explores the essence of love, romance, and spontaneity captured in Doisneau's iconic image, famously believed to be candid. Commissioned by Life Magazine, Doisneau's quest for authentic love in Paris led to the creation of a timeless symbol. However, controversy arose when the 'candid' moment was revealed as a staged scene. Dive into the debate: did this revelation strip the image of its magic, or does it still remain a powerful representation of Parisian romance?