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1953: Beach Scene in California

1953: Beach Scene in California

  • Year1953
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationCalifornia, United States
  • Duration6s
  • Price$178 USD
  • Collection1953 California
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Beach Scene in California — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1953 captures a joyful beach scene in California, featuring people enjoying the sun and waves under bright daylight. The footage shows a relaxed outdoor outing with families and couples strolling along the shore, splashing in the water, and soaking in the serene coastal atmosphere. The natural movement and grainy texture of the film emphasize its authentic 1950s home movie style, evoking nostalgia and Americana charm. This archival 8mm footage offers a candid glimpse into mid-century leisure and seaside life, perfect for historical, editorial, or nostalgic content.

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
6s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
68008863

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1398 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Reel-level year note
1953
Reel-level location note
california
Date
1953 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
California, 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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Topics & Keywords

  • beach
  • scene
  • water
  • waves
  • surfing
  • splash
  • jolly
  • mood
  • happy
  • outdoor
  • daylight
  • family
  • outing
  • entertainment
  • people
  • learning
  • trainer
  • couple
  • love
  • peace
  • serenity
  • palm
  • club
  • drinks
  • california
  • 1953
  • home video
  • 1953 beach footage
  • vintage 8mm film
  • California beach scene
  • 1950s family outing
  • retro home movie
  • seaside nostalgia
  • 8mm archival footage
  • vintage surfing clip
  • 1950s California life
  • outdoor beach fun
  • vintage family vacation
  • retro Americana
  • 8mm home video
  • 1950s beach day
  • vintage water splashing
  • old film footage
  • 1950s leisure
  • vintage couple at beach
  • 1950s California memories
  • vintage outdoor entertainment

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