Guggenheim 522--Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, Universal City, California 1956

Robert Frank's "Guggenheim 522--Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, Universal City, California" (1956) is a photo contact sheet from his iconic book "The Americans." This photographic essay captures the spirit of 1950s America, highlighting the changing social landscape and the rise of consumerism. This particular sheet features candid shots taken at the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, showing a glimpse into the workings of the film industry. The contact sheet format, with multiple exposures arranged together, is a common element in Frank's work, presenting a raw and unfiltered view of his subjects.