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Shot on 8mm film in 1946, this archival footage captures two men in traditional white clothing on a boat deck in Calcutta, India. One man kneels on a mat while the other stands nearby, both appearing to pray or rest amidst cargo and ropes. The scene unfolds on a working vessel with stacked goods and a small shelter, offering a glimpse into daily life and religious practice during the post-war era. The footage exhibits classic Super 8 grain and color fading, characteristic of vintage home movies.
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