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Shot on 8mm film in 1971, this vintage footage captures a towering metal drilling rig against a deep purple sky, with a small red flag at its peak. The scene transitions to a grounded helicopter on a muddy, uneven field under an overcast sky. The grainy, slightly faded quality of the Super 8 film evokes a sense of historical documentation from the Soviet era. The footage offers a rare glimpse into industrial operations in a remote, open landscape, with the contrast between the rigid structure and the natural terrain creating a striking visual.
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