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Bonfire at Night

Bonfire at Night

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  • Year1951
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationUnited States
  • Duration5s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Bonfire at Night — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1951 capturing a roaring bonfire at night in the United States. The grainy, nostalgic film shows flickering flames illuminating the dark surroundings, evoking a sense of warmth and community. This authentic amateur recording, shot on Super 8 or 8mm film, offers a rare glimpse into mid-century vintage and backyard gatherings. The raw, unedited quality and natural lighting make it ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, or evoking 1950s nostalgia.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Night
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
5s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
50444678

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1951 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no reel-level note is linked.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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