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Shot on 8mm film in 1946, this archival footage captures two men in white traditional attire on a boat deck in Calcutta, India. One man kneels on a prayer mat while the other stands nearby, both engaged in prayer. The scene unfolds on a working vessel with coiled ropes and cargo visible, set against a backdrop of a bustling river port. The film exhibits natural grain and color fading typical of vintage Super 8 home movies, offering a rare glimpse into daily life and religious practice in mid-20th century India.
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