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Shot on 8mm film in 1948, this vintage home movie captures a polar bear in its zoo enclosure in Washington DC. The bear sits calmly behind a low hedge and chain-link fence, with a rocky backdrop and a small sign visible. The footage exhibits classic Super 8 characteristics: soft focus, natural color fading, and film grain, offering a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century zoo life and wildlife observation.
No recognizable people, logos, or music are flagged. Lower-risk for commercial use, subject to your own review.
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