1952: A View from Motel El Mirador California

Year1952
Decade1950s
LocationCalifornia, United States
Duration10s
Price$199 USD

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A View from Motel El Mirador California — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1952 capturing a sun-drenched view from Motel El Mirador in California. The scene shows a hazy coastal landscape with palm trees, grassy areas, and a distant shoreline where ships rest near a dock. Buildings line the coast under bright summer sunshine, evoking a classic mid-century American beachside atmosphere. This archival footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into 1950s California life, with natural light and period details preserved in classic 8mm film.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 10s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 69925251

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1234 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: miss universe
Reel-level year note: 1952
Reel-level location note: california
Date: 1952 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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