Actor with wheelbarrow followed by children--Filming "Steibruch" 1942

Robert Frank's 1942 photograph, "Actor with wheelbarrow followed by children--Filming 'Steibruch'", exemplifies his signature style of candid documentary photography. Captured during the filming of the Swiss film "Steibruch," the image depicts a playful scene of children following an actor pushing a wheelbarrow. The spontaneous composition and grainy texture, characteristic of Frank's work, convey a sense of immediacy and realism. The black and white photograph captures the energy of the moment, highlighting the innocence and joy of childhood amidst the backdrop of a film set. This photograph, like much of Frank's work, reflects his interest in capturing everyday life and the human experience through a journalistic lens.