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1958: Solo Man Taking Hawaiian Hula Dance Lessons on Hotel Resort Grounds.

1958: Solo Man Taking Hawaiian Hula Dance Lessons on Hotel Resort Grounds.

  • Year1958
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationHonolulu, Hawaii, United States
  • Duration13s
  • Price$178 USD
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Solo Man Taking Hawaiian Hula Dance Lessons on Hotel... — Clip Details

A vintage 1958 home movie captures a solo man attempting Hawaiian hula dance lessons on the grounds of a resort in Honolulu, Hawaii. Filmed on 8mm film, the clip shows the man playfully mimicking traditional hula movements with a carefree and humorous energy. The scene unfolds on a sunny day, with lush tropical landscaping and resort buildings in the background. This authentic slice of mid-century Americana showcases a lighthearted moment of cultural exploration and personal fun, reflecting the era's fascination with Polynesian traditions and leisure travel. The footage offers a nostalgic, impulsive glimpse into 1950s tourism and cross-cultural experiences.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
13s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
65889112

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1454 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Original reel label
wh ferber
Reel-level year note
1958
Reel-level location note
hawaii
Date
1958 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, 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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