1958: A Man Smiling in French Lick, Indiana

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Year1958
Decade1950s
LocationFrench Lick, Indiana, United States
Duration9s
Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
Collection1958 French Lick Indiana

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A Man Smiling in French Lick, Indiana — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1958 capturing a man smiling warmly in French Lick, Indiana. The footage showcases a joyful moment during a holiday, reflecting the light mood and nostalgic charm of mid-20th century Americana. Shot on 8mm film, this archival footage offers a candid glimpse into everyday life in the late 1950s, with natural lighting and authentic period detail. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, and nostalgic storytelling.

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: 9s
Pond5 price: from $199 USD
Clip ID: 69390421

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2028 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: twenty grand
Reel-level year note: 1958
Reel-level location note: french lick, indiana
Date: 1958 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: French Lick, Indiana, United States 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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