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Shot on 8mm film in 1962, this vintage footage captures a bear standing on its hind legs in a grassy courtyard in Izmir, Turkey. Two men in period clothing—one in a dark coat and red cap, the other in a sweater and flat cap—interact with the bear, which appears to be on a leash. The scene unfolds in a rustic village setting with traditional stone buildings and tiled roofs in the background. The grainy, color-bleached quality of the Super 8 film enhances its nostalgic, archival feel. This rare home movie offers a glimpse into mid-century animal performances and rural life.
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