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Kansas City Missouri-1959: Young Boy Gets An Unexpected Surprise Under The Tree

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  • Year1959
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationKansas City, Missouri, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Price$149 USD
  • Collection1959 Kansas City Missouri

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Young Boy Gets An Unexpected Surprise Under The Tree — Clip Details

A young boy in light-colored pajamas experiences pure joy and surprise in a cozy living room during a 1959 Christmas morning. Shot on 8mm film, the footage captures him covering his face in excitement, then turning to reveal a wide smile before eagerly opening colorful presents. The scene features a red lampshade, patterned couch with red and blue pillows, and a wall decorated with holiday cards. The grainy, warm-toned visuals evoke authentic mid-century Americana and the magic of childhood holidays.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K restored master (MP4)
License
Direct license: editorial use only Editorial use only: documentary, news, educational, internal and organic social use. Not permitted in advertising, sponsored or branded content, broadcast promotion or any paid commercial placement.
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Price
$149 USD
Clip ID
123147243

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$149 · Editorial only Direct license: editorial use only. Editorial use only: documentary, news, educational, internal and organic social use. Not permitted in advertising, sponsored or branded content, broadcast promotion or any paid commercial placement.

Minors are visible. Editorial use only; commercial use is not offered for this clip, and a sensitive-use review is recommended.

  • People visible: Yes
  • Minors visible: Yes
  • Logos / trademarks: No
  • Audible music: No

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1959 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location
Kansas City, Missouri, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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