Shot on 8mm film in 1966, this vintage footage captures a judo championship in West Covina, California. Two athletes in traditional white gi and black belts compete on a mat before a large crowd in a gymnasium. The sequence shows intense grappling, a decisive throw, and a formal bow to the referee, who stands with his back to the camera. The grainy black-and-white image, with natural film imperfections, evokes authentic 1960s home movie nostalgia. This archival clip is ideal for documentaries, historical content, or nostalgic storytelling about mid-century sports.
