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1957: Surf Hitting the Shore San Francisco California

1957: Surf Hitting the Shore San Francisco California

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  • Year1957
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationSan Francisco, California, United States
  • Duration7s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
  • Collection1957 San Francisco

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Surf Hitting the Shore San Francisco California — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1957 capturing powerful ocean waves crashing onto the shore in San Francisco, California. The scene shows rough water and strong currents during a rising tide, with wet sand and storm surge visible along the coastline. This authentic archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century coastal life, showcasing natural forces at play with classic film grain and color tones. Ideal for historical documentaries, editorial content, and retro-themed projects.

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Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
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Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
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Duration
7s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
69929497

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Date
1957 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
San Francisco, California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Topics & Keywords

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  • hitting
  • shore
  • rough water
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  • strong ocean currents
  • rip-tide
  • rising tide
  • wet sand
  • coast storm surge
  • nature
  • SAN francisco california
  • 1957
  • 1957 surf footage
  • vintage 8mm film
  • San Francisco ocean waves
  • rough water 1957
  • classic film footage
  • retro home movie
  • 8mm vintage
  • archival ocean clip
  • historic California coastline
  • nature documentary
  • old film footage
  • nostalgic coastal scene
  • editorial use
  • vintage surf
  • 1950s home movie

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