1955: People Gathered and Playing in New York City

Year1955
Decade1950s
LocationNew York City, United States
Duration14s
Price$199 USD
Collection1955 New York City

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People Gathered and Playing in New York City — Clip Details

1955: People gather in New York City, enjoying a sunny day in a lively urban setting. The vintage 8mm footage captures a group of individuals standing and playing near a steel structure, possibly a statue or monument, with a rope visible in the scene. The mood is cheerful and nostalgic, reflecting mid-century American life. The film's grainy texture and natural lighting highlight the authentic, unscripted moments of everyday joy. This archival home movie offers a rare glimpse into public life in 1950s New York, perfect for documentaries, historical content, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 14s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 73157908

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1038 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: rockefeller center rockettes, baby grag, sylvia,mom,jack,stuart,robert,toni
Reel-level year note: 1955
Reel-level location note: new york city
Date: 1955 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: New York City, 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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