1955: Boy Clowning Around Jumps in Pool and Calls Mom for Help.

Year1955
Decade1950s
LocationChicago, Illinois, United States
Duration11s
Price$178 USD

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Boy Clowning Around Jumps in Pool and Calls Mom for Help — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie from 1955 captures a young boy in a playful moment at a Chicago poolside. Dressed in swimwear, he jumps into the water with a splash, then calls out for help in a humorous, exaggerated manner—possibly pretending to be in distress. The scene reflects classic 1950s vintage, with spontaneous outdoor fun and lighthearted horseplay. The grainy, nostalgic footage showcases authentic family life and summer joy, preserved in classic Super 8 style. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about mid-century childhood.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 11s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 57737425

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2375 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: tw ross,
Reel-level year note: 1955
Reel-level location note: morton illinois
Date: 1955 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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