City - Brattleboro, VT - Brattleboro Blizzard 1940 - Side by Side Poster

Hand colored photo from 1940, February
Original Title: Corner of Main St, Center of town after blizzard.
Photographer: Marion Post Wolcott
Location: Corner of High St and Main St, Brattleboro, VT

This photograph captures the aftermath of a blizzard, where a scene unfolds with intriguing details. The state of the movie sign is uncertain, as it appears to have been either damaged by the storm or is a result of inadequate maintenance. Several bulbs are missing, although it's worth noting that the movie advertised is current as of last month (I made sure to verify this). Unfortunately, the posters on display remain unreadable.

In my fascination with lighting, I took the liberty to illuminate the scene, considering the possibility that the theater might have been without power. Additionally, although it is unlikely that headlights were used during the depicted time, I decided to add them to inject a touch of ambiance and enhance the overall atmosphere.

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