Lee Shulman's The Anonymous Project Brings "Teenage Dream" to Quai de la Photo in Paris

"Teenage Dream," running from October 15 to December 20 at Quai de la Photo in Paris, features a collection of anonymous amateur photographs curated by The Anonymous Project, established by filmmaker Lee Shulman. This exhibition encapsulates the essence of youth, highlighting experiences such as first loves, friendships, and graduations. The concept of "teenager" emerged in the 1950s, creating a unique identity for young people after World War II, who yearned for their own cultural spaces. Adults often expressed concern about this generation, which was reflected in films depicting delinquents. Inspired by a box of vintage slides he acquired in 2017, Shulman aims to preserve shared memories through a collection of over 800,000 Kodachrome slides, showcasing the connections between photographers and their subjects.