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1958: Almost Covered in Birds, South, Carolina

1958: Almost Covered in Birds, South, Carolina

  • Year1958
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationSouth, Carolina, United States
  • Duration12s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1958 South Carolina
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Almost Covered in Birds, South, Carolina — Clip Details

A rare 1958 vintage home movie from South Carolina captures a striking moment of a person almost completely covered in birds, likely pigeons or starlings, in a spontaneous outdoor gathering. The 8mm film footage shows a surreal and unusual wildlife event, with birds swarming and perching on the individual in a natural, unscripted scene. The grainy, authentic quality of the Super 8 footage adds to its nostalgic and archival charm, offering a unique glimpse into mid-century American life and unexpected animal behavior. This historic clip is ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about nature and human interaction.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
12s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
69388396

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1958 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
South, Carolina, 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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  • unusual animal interaction
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