Lou Stoumen
author
Lou Stoumen (1917–1991) was an American photographer, filmmaker, and writer. His photographic work spanned a wide range of subjects, from the idealistic imagery of young servicemen during World War II to starker documentary styles inspired by Raymond Chandler's novels. He is also known for his significant contributions as a film director, winning two Academy Awards for his documentary films 'The True Story of the Civil War' (1957) and 'The Last of the Cowboys' (1960). Stoumen was a prominent figure in 20th-century American photography, recognized for both his technical skill and his narrative approach to visual storytelling.[1,3]
- Documentary Photography
- Civil War History
- American Landscapes
Books
Works by Lou Stoumen
- 1957 The True Story of the Civil War Academy Award winner
- 1960 The Last of the Cowboys Academy Award winner
Exhibitions
- Reality Makes Them Dream: American Photography, 1929-1941
Awards
- 1957 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature (The True Story of the Civil War)
- 1960 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature (The Last of the Cowboys)