1952: Cliff Divers at La Quebrada, Acapulco

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Year1952
Decade1950s
LocationAcapulco, Mexico
Duration7s
Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Cliff Divers at La Quebrada, Acapulco — Clip Details

1952 vintage 8mm home movie footage from Acapulco, Mexico, capturing daring cliff divers at La Quebrada performing high-risk stunts from El Mirador Hotel. The divers leap into the ocean below, showcasing youthful bravery and thrilling athleticism against the dramatic coastal backdrop. This authentic archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century tourism and local spectacle, filmed in classic Super 8 style with natural lighting and grainy texture. Perfect for historical documentaries, travel nostalgia, or retro-themed content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: See Pond5 listing
License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 7s
Pond5 price: from $178 USD
Clip ID: 66325061

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1650 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Reel-level year note: 1952
Reel-level location note: mexico
Date: 1952 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level note shows the same year, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Location: Acapulco, Mexico Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level location note is linked, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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