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President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama wear 3-D glasses while watching a TV commercial during Super Bowl 43, Arizona Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, in the family theater of the White House on February 1, 2009. Guests included family, friends, Cabinet members, staff members and bipartisan members of Congress.
(Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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[!!!] Sweet Peas Photography [!!!] says:

this is great.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

kellyinportland says:

love it!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Ms. Aarika says:

Oh, this made me laugh! Best ever. Love this.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

historygradguy says:

that's a pretty swank theater.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

grego! says:

Haha, this is a great photo.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mary Hockenbery (reddirtrose) says:

very cool

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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

wdunleavy says:

society of the spectacle

I made a tribute:
www.flickr.com/photos/wdunleavy/3484513669/
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Espressobuzz says:

Awesome!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

☆ peat ☆ says:

Ba ha ha ha ha WHITE HOUSE 3D!!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cowlishaw says:

Being president sure has it's ups!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

MSPdude says:

Instant classic!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

vic.v says:

awesome - love it!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

SeattleGuy51 says:

Yep, I can see that Barack is one of those guys that keeps lifting up the glasses trying to figure out how it works. That's our pres!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Miss Grace says:

Awesome.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

matthewcgallagher says:

Excellent shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

manhenga says:

I love this picture. A guy with my own heart. Or eyes, at least.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tranvantuangm says:

beautiful..........!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Branden Harvey says:

This is so awesome. Souza does a great job capturing the real Obama.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

hellophotokitty says:

oh i just adore this photo - absolutely priceless!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

riffsyphon1024 says:

Is the President the only one with white 3-D glasses, whereas the rest are blue?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Longster47 says:

such a wonderful moment you've captured!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ekai says:

Barack is powered by Intel (inside). Check the middle of his specs.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

lustinspace says:

this photo makes me smile
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Sunshine Girl AZ says:

I'm not surprised this photo has so many comments - very humanizing and charming shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

yourFAVORITEmartian says:

Wow, this is nuts!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

joshleejosh says:

Even in their own home theater, the statuesque Obamas take the classic too-tall pose, slumped way down low in their seats. Public service.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cobalt123 says:

Wow, this is terrific, what a fun capture!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Matilde B. says:

hahaahahah! best shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Scottish Hoosier says:

Why can't my local cinema have seats like that? :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

moriza says:

Ha ha ha this is just superb! Great shots and insight to the White House of the people.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

GaryJS ™ says:

Superb! Great shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Kris Haamer says:

He looks like Star Trek = awesome!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

minusbaby says:

haha The guy on the left is bugging out real nice!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Roger B. says:

Is that Harry Hill to the left of Michelle Obama?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Scottish Hoosier says:

Hey, Roger, I think you're right!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Urban-explora.com says:

Great picture.....worlds most powerfull man is also just.....a man!
Great guy!!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mhobl says:

So they can see a happy future!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Qasem-Amin says:

Amireca is turning black!
Nothing against them really,,,,,,only surprised,,,,,,
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Fabio Luiz A. Silva says:

They are watching "Independence Day" in 3d? Or is "W." from Oliver Stone?
Great!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Angelina :) says:

Amazing photograph
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Wally Baba says:

Very cool !
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

lainesworld says:

Wait a minute - Superbowl 3D? This is NOT the way to watch the Superbowl. I mean, where's the beer?

Fantastic shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

emmap_tvu_BA2 says:

Didn't realise he was friendly with Harry Hill...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

glaxylin says:

Enjoy your show!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

eoconn says:

how awesome is this. I love this shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

derHannes says:

wait! Superbowl in 3D?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

srqpix says:

This will be one of those historic photos we will cherish forever.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Franz-62 says:

G r e a t ° S h o t ! ! !

Wowwwww
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

www.wanderful.us says:

I love this, one of my favorites I've ever seen on Flickr!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

greenteawithlemonandgingerinfusion says:

I must admit, those chairs look very comfortable.. nothing like my local theater ;)

great photo!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Danijel Šivinjski says:

cool ... 3D haha
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Captured Bliss says:

This is an awesome photograph.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Emily Medvec says:

just love this image, thanks Pete - reminds me of movies long ago!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

NickrOnFlickr says:

I wonder if they are watching the Monsters Vs Aliens ad or the Sobe one? Either way, thinking about that makes this photo much less classy. I wish they broadcast the game in 3D.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

isshokenmei says:

Fantastic.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

jose joao says:

cool!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mark Payne - USA pics being PP & uploaded! says:

Such a lovely relaxed photograph of the most powerful man on this planet!
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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

__sponzy says:

Great propaganda
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

JacobWCrosby says:

How arrogant a man to say that the president of the united states is the most powerful man on the planet... Indeed, American arrogance at it's finest.... Having said that, I actually scrolled down here to comment on the stylish "presidential white" 3-d glasses...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tflatron says:

wow...look how comfy that chair looks
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

justin.green19 says:

Brilliant shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mark Payne - USA pics being PP & uploaded! says:

Jacobwcrosby you're a prat.

For a start I am British not American. I have no loyalties to the USA.

Not that I should have to explain my statement but he is the figurehead of the largest economy in the world.
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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

JacobWCrosby says:

Well, talk about your all-time backfires. :)

I would venture to say that just because he is the figurehead of the largest economy in the world, in no way is he the most powerful.

I base power on one's ability to accomplish, as of yet, Obama has not proven he is able to accomplish anything, however, I have great hopes for him as the President, I have no doubts that he will do a better job than Mr. Bush....

Again, I apologize for my assumption that you are american.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

JacobWCrosby says:

lol... I had to look up the definition of prat... Indeed, with regards to that comment, you are right.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

iShootz (slow) says:

Disregarding all the off subject comments here, this is a precious capture to never be forgotten.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Lú_ says:

This is one of those photos our grandkids will see someday in collections on Life in the Early 21st Century - love it! And really happy to get to see it now.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

paulcheung photography says:

really great!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Ice Age Coming says:

The President has got one hell of a nice shirt here...love this photograph.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Yankees_Rule says:

Where are the wings and beer? Can't have a Super Bowl Party without that...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

hellvetica says:

i love this. such a candid glimpse into your lives. thank you.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Intel Photos says:

Lookin' dandy in those snazzy Intel shades! Awesome to see the the Obamas enjoyin' together the future of 3D entertainment.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

elementalPaul says:

Very cool!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

eclectico63 says:

Hilarious, but I don't remember needing 3-D glasses to watch the game... ; )
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tiny banquet committee says:

Hmm, I think that is Eric Holder in the 2nd row also wearing white glasses.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

BluSkyy Studios says:

Excellent shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cmvillalon says:

Awesome awesome shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Tiago Rïbeiro says:

Pretty cool shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Nikongerl says:

This is good! What a down to earth man, Obama is!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Digammo says:

Can't they just settle for good old fashioned HD?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

BrianEden says:

Damn. He even makes dorky 3D glasses look cool.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cf292009 says:

That's from the monster vs. aliens trailer. to it didn't work for me at my house.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Steve "3O7" says:

I'll try wearing those during the next debate , , , aren't they broadcast in left / right 3D? Cool photo!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Litandmore says:

Awesome photo!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

richy240 says:

This is a great shot, and not something you'd normally see come out of the White House. Usually it seems so staged. This Photostream is SUCH a breath of fresh air! :D
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

dj_diem says:

@lainesworld -- Indeed, 3-d superbowl? But I suppose the POTUS can make that happen. This is a wonderful pic!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

jp1958 says:

That is a fun and even funnier photo.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Barry Clack Oxfordpictures.com says:

What a great picture!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

MMaeb says:

Ahahaha! Too funny. Do those things even work?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Jess Dennis says:

mtv cribs
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

{Marzia} says:

ahahah, funny indeed!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ikan1711 says:

This photo is so cool. Great with everyone wearing those glasses.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

scheiro says:

Very strange atmosphere scene, I like this cool capture.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

the8thfloor says:

this is such a 21st century photo. Love it.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

wojtekrychlik says:

Apparently Mr. President wears glasses in reverse. I wonder whether he could not follow simple instructions or just experimenting?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ivan_konstantinov says:

wonderful!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

notegra says:

dam thats so cool! getting some color up in this motha! jyeah
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Sensual Unreachable Women [deleted] says:

great!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Scabeater says:

nice colors!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Ilan's Photos says:

Excellent photo, we love you!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Joshua Ritchie says:

On the edge of an economic depression and here sits our president! WOOOOO
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

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