Marilyn Monroe Photo Shoot Insights

In November, Marilyn Monroe agreed to be featured in Look magazine's 25th anniversary issue. She felt comfortable modeling and worked with 27-year-old photographer Douglas Kirkland. Marilyn took charge of the shoot, suggesting silk sheets and a bed setting. Initially cooperative, she later asked to be alone with Kirkland to capture the desired images. After the shoot, Marilyn selected images that portrayed her as she wanted to be seen.

Why did Marilyn Monroe agree to be featured in Look magazine's anniversary issue?

• She wanted to promote a new movie.

• She felt most comfortable modeling.

• She was offered a large sum of money.

• She wanted to try something new.

Who was the photographer for Marilyn's photo shoot?

• Annie Leibovitz

• Richard Avedon

• Douglas Kirkland

• Helmut Newton

What was the setting Marilyn chose for the photo shoot?

• A beach

• A cityscape

• A bed with silk sheets

• A garden

What did Marilyn Monroe request during the photo shoot to make it more effective?

• To change the lighting

• To have everyone leave except the photographer

• To play music in the background

• To use a different camera

What was Marilyn's approach to selecting the final images?

• She randomly picked a few.

• She let the photographer choose.

• She chose the ones with the best lighting.

• She selected images that portrayed her desired image.

What did Marilyn believe about the images she selected?

• They were not her best work.

• They showed her as a serious actress.

• They portrayed her as someone any man would want.

• They were too revealing.