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Mabel Poulton in Maurice Elveys Palais de Danse (1928)
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Mabel Poulton in Maurice Elveys Palais de Danse (1928)
Mabel Poulton in Palais de Danse (1928)
The British Film Institute (BFI) are UK's lead organisation for film, television and the moving image
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In this print from the British Film Institute, we are transported back to the vibrant and exhilarating era of the 1920s. The image showcases Mabel Poulton in Maurice Elvey's Palais de Danse (1928), a film that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the time. Poulton's silhouette is beautifully captured, her figure casting a striking shadow against the backdrop of an electrifying dance floor. Her poised yet daring stance embodies all that was revolutionary about flapper culture - a shock to society's traditional norms and expectations. The photograph exudes an air of mystery and intrigue, as if frozen in time during one fleeting moment at this iconic dance hall. The dimly lit setting adds to its allure, with shadows dancing around Poulton like whispers of secrets waiting to be revealed. Palais de Danse transports us into a world where jazz music fills every corner, where women embrace their newfound freedom by donning stylish dresses and bobbed haircuts. It captures both the elegance and rebellion that defined this transformative decade. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we can almost hear the rhythmic beats reverberating through our souls. It serves as a powerful reminder of how art has the ability to transport us across generations, allowing us to experience moments long gone but never forgotten.
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