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1959: Very Large, Scary Wave on the Ocean.

1959: Very Large, Scary Wave on the Ocean.

  • Year1959
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationUnited States
  • Duration5s
  • Price$199 USD
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Very Large, Scary Wave on the Ocean — Clip Details

A dramatic 1959 vintage home movie clip capturing a massive, towering wave crashing on the U.S. coastline. Filmed in 8mm, this archival footage shows the raw power of nature with a huge, terrifying wave rolling toward the shore. The grainy, nostalgic quality enhances the sense of danger and awe, offering a rare glimpse of oceanic force from the late 1950s. Perfect for historical documentaries, nature-themed content, or retro vintage projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
69416965

Source & Documentation

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Date
1959 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
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Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
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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