Untitled Film Still #11 1977

"Untitled Film Still #11" (1977) is a black and white photograph by Cindy Sherman, part of her iconic series exploring female identity and representation in media. Sherman, known for her self-portraits, poses here as a woman lying on a bed, her expression ambiguous and evocative. The composition's simplicity and intimate framing further enhance the photograph's haunting atmosphere, prompting viewers to consider the narrative possibilities and underlying complexities of the portrayed character. The work's title alludes to the cinematic origins of the series, blurring the lines between reality and fiction, further underscoring the theme of identity construction in a mediated world.