Guggenheim 517--Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, Universal City, California 1956

This contact sheet, titled "Guggenheim 517--Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio, Universal City, California" is one of many contact sheets Robert Frank created while photographing the United States for his iconic book *The Americans*. The contact sheet showcases Frank's candid and often gritty style of photography, capturing a glimpse into the everyday life of the studio and its workers. The sheet comprises 25 frames, capturing a variety of shots, some of which are blurred or out of focus. The contact sheet provides a glimpse into Frank's photographic process and his decision-making as an artist. It is a powerful example of the "decisive moment" in photojournalism, as Frank captured a unique moment in time.