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1971: Wave Crashes on Rocky Shoreline Almost Hitting Bystanders

1971: Wave Crashes on Rocky Shoreline Almost Hitting Bystanders

  • Year1971
  • Decade1970s
  • LocationAstoria, Oregon, United States
  • Duration8s
  • Price$178 USD
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Wave Crashes on Rocky Shoreline Almost Hitting Bystanders — Clip Details

1971: A dramatic wave crashes onto a rocky shoreline in Astoria, Oregon, sending spray high into the air as bystanders watch from a safe distance. Filmed on vintage 8mm film, this rare home movie captures the raw power of the Pacific Coast with authentic 1970s grain and color. The scene shows a mix of tourists and locals observing the natural spectacle, some standing near the edge of the rocks, highlighting the risky yet mesmerizing beauty of the ocean. The footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into coastal life during the early 1970s, perfect for documentaries, editorial content, or retro vintage projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
8s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
59893125

Source & Documentation

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Date
1971 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
Astoria, Oregon, United States Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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