I like the way Darsie Alexander wrote this essay. She really explains the photo in great detail. Although it may look like a simple hug (with a bit of intensity) she explains every detail. The lighting, which causes that very noticeable shadow, the little white bandage on the mans wrist and various other things.
I found it interesting how she got into the shadow so much. She talked about how it swallowed the lovers. The shadow created a dark void over their heads. Its hard to really tell who these people are as individuals.
I think The Hug has all the essence of Nan Goldin wrapped up in one seeming snapshot: crazy love, sex, brutality, candor, tenderness, masculinity and femininity.
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