1955: An Enjoyable Boat Ride in California

Year1955
Decade1950s
LocationCalifornia, United States
Duration17s
Price$199 USD

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An Enjoyable Boat Ride in California — Clip Details

A nostalgic 1955 vintage 8mm home movie clip capturing a joyful boat ride along the California coast. Families and friends enjoy a sunny day on the water, with gentle waves lapping against the boat and rocky shores visible in the background. The slow-motion footage highlights playful moments, laughter, and the carefree spirit of mid-century American leisure. This authentic archival film showcases classic 1950s Americana, with natural lighting and grainy texture characteristic of 8mm home movies. Perfect for documentaries, retro-themed content, or historical storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Slow motion
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 17s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 73154868

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1449 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Original reel label: david,alex
Reel-level year note: 1953-1955-1956
Reel-level location note: palm springs california
Date: 1955 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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