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TV Director's Noir Lens Unveils LA's Hidden Secrets
11 Feb
Summary
- Daniel Sackheim, acclaimed TV director, debuts photography book 'The City Unseen'.
- The book reimagines Los Angeles through a haunting, noir-infused cinematic lens.
- Features an essay by film historian Foster Hirsch contextualizing the noir aesthetic.
Emmy Award-winning director Daniel Sackheim is releasing his debut photography monograph, 'The City Unseen,' on May 12, 2026. Published by Hat & Beard Press, the collection offers a unique perspective on Los Angeles.
Sackheim, known for directing acclaimed television series, applies his cinematic vision to photography. 'The City Unseen' portrays Los Angeles not as a bright metropolis but as a shadowy, noir-inspired maze, emphasizing deep blacks and stark highlights.
The monograph features an original essay by film historian Foster Hirsch, which situines Sackheim's work within the historical and aesthetic evolution of noir filmmaking. This scholarly addition enhances the visual narrative.
Prior to its book release, Sackheim's 'City Unseen' series garnered international recognition through exhibitions at venues like the Leica Gallery Los Angeles and the Images Gallery in London. The work has also been honored with several photography awards.
