Riding the Subway with Stanley Kubrick
Posted by Mia Moffett
As most New Yorkers know, the subway system is the lifeline of
New York City. In 1946 Stanley Kubrick set out as a staff photographer
for LOOK Magazine to capture the story of New York City’s subway
commuters.
Kubrick was not the first photographer to depict the New York City
subway. In 1938 Walker Evans shot many amazing portraits of unknowing
riders with a camera hidden in his coat. This may have influenced
Kubrick’s work. This Kubrick image is a very “shot from the hip,”
Walker Evans-style portrait.
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Passengers in a
subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.26C
As you can see below, with the exception of
iPods and smart phones, activities on the train haven’t changed much in
the last 66 years, including shoving one’s newspaper in everyone else’s
faces.
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Passengers reading
in a subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.30D
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Passengers in a
subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.55E
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Passengers in a
subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.52B
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Woman knitting on a
subway. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.11107.16
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. People on
escalators in a subway station. 1946. Museum of the City of New York.
X2011.4.10292.61C
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Woman waiting on a
subway platform. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.81B
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Women in a subway
car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.11E
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Men sleeping in a
subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.73C
Although it is now claimed that chivalry is dead, it was definitely waning in 1946.
Stanley
Kubrick. Life and Love on the New York City Subway. Passengers in a
subway car. 1946. Museum of the City of New York. X2011.4.10292.56E
BUT romance still thrived on some trains.
Mood Foods [via Nina Reznick]
1. Swiss Chard
High in folate, also known as folic acid, swiss chard and other leafy greens are good for your mood. In fact, a study by the University of York and Hull York Medical School found a link between low folate levels and depression.
2. Dark Chocolate
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If you needed another reason to indulge in dark chocolate, it’s this one: dark chocolate can make you happier. A study in the Journal of Psychopharmacology found that consuming chocolate high in cocoa flavanols increased levels of calmness and contentedness.
3. Eggs
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4. Almonds
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5. Lentils
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Lentils are a good source of folate which is essential for your mood, and a cup of cooked lentils provides 90 percent of the recommended daily allowance of folic acid. Lentils also have the amino acid L-tyrosine, which your brain uses to make the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine, therefore helping your brain to combat depression.
6. Pumpkin Seeds
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A zinc deficiency can trigger depressive moods, but fortunately pumpkin seeds are packed with the essential mineral. Pumpkin seeds also contain L-tryptophan, a natural mood booster.
7. Oatmeal
While some think oatmeal is one of the most boring foods on the planet, it’s good for your mental state. That’s thanks to a lot of things, including high levels of magnesium, which help your brain fight depression and anxiety. Since it’s also a great source of soluble fiber, it helps stabilize blood sugar levels, which helps you avoid mood swings.
8. Honey
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The nutrients in honey produce a calming effect, helpful if you’re feeling anxious, which is why many mix it into a cup of tea in the evening. A natural sweetener, it’s also a good natural energy booster, so if you feel like you’re dragging, pop a spoonful in your mouth. Nature’s energy gel.
9. Flaxseed Oil
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10. Water
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A glass of water may be the simplest thing you can ingest, but it’s very helpful. Mild dehydration has been shown to dampen moods, which means if you want to feel mentally stronger, make sure you’re getting enough H2O throughout the day.
11. Asparagus
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Feel like you’ve been having a lot of mood swings lately? Get some asparagus on your plate, because it is very high in folic acid — a deficiency that is common in people with depression.
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