So, let me tell you a story. It’s got drama, suspense, and a dash of Hollywood magic. Photographer Alexi Lubomirski, the creative genius behind Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement and wedding photos, has had quite the journey. Recently, he shared an unforgettable experience on Instagram—how he almost didn’t make it to photograph the legends of Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood for Esquire magazine. Yes, you read that right—almost didn’t make it. Talk about living on the edge!
From Turbulent Skies to the Bright Lights of L.A.
Here's the scoop: Alexi, who’s 44 and has an impressive career under his belt, started his Instagram post with, “Well, this was a cool day!” But, let’s back up a bit. Picture this: Alexi is on a plane, flying high above the clouds, heading to Los Angeles from JFK Airport in New York City. Suddenly, disaster almost strikes. The plane encounters serious trouble, and they narrowly avoid a crash. Can you imagine the adrenaline rush? Afterward, Alexi and his team spent the night wide awake in the airport, waiting anxiously for a replacement flight. Finally, they hopped on a last-minute flight to L.A., rushed straight to the shoot location, and dove headfirst into one of the coolest shoots he’s done in a while. Talk about bouncing back!
Capturing the Stars: Brad Pitt, Quentin Tarantino, and Leonardo DiCaprio
Alexi Lubomirski didn’t just capture any ordinary shoot. Oh no, this was something special. He had the incredible opportunity to photograph three Hollywood icons—Brad Pitt, Quentin Tarantino, and Leonardo DiCaprio. Let that sink in for a moment. These are the guys who’ve graced our screens with unforgettable performances for decades. Alexi called them “three very cool cats,” and honestly, who could argue with that? The energy in the room must have been electric.
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Alexi didn’t stop there. After capturing the cover story for Esquire, he stayed around to document the trio being interviewed by Esquire’s Michael Hainey. He described it as a “pretty cool experience” to be in the room with these three discussing their latest project. It’s not every day you get to witness such a powerful collaboration.
Exploring Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood
Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood is a film that dives into the lives of Leo DiCaprio’s character, Rick, a fading TV star, and Brad Pitt’s Cliff, Rick’s stuntman, as they navigate the bustling world of 1969 Los Angeles. The film also delves into the tragic story of Sharon Tate, portrayed by Margot Robbie, and the chilling events surrounding Charles Manson and his followers. Directed and written by Quentin Tarantino, it’s a cinematic journey that explores the fading glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
Quentin Tarantino, who’s been working on this script for five years, shared his excitement in a statement: “I’ve been living in Los Angeles County most of my life, including in 1969 when I was 7 years old. I’m very excited to tell this story of a Los Angeles and a Hollywood that doesn’t exist anymore. And I couldn’t be happier about the dynamic teaming of Leo and Brad as Rick and Cliff.”
The film focuses on Rick Dalton, played by Leo, who used to be a star in a Western TV series, and Cliff Booth, played by Brad, Rick’s longtime stunt double. Both characters are trying to find their place in a rapidly changing Hollywood they barely recognize. But there’s a twist—Rick has a famous next-door neighbor, Sharon Tate. It’s a story that’s both nostalgic and heart-wrenching, capturing the essence of a bygone era.
