1971: A Boy Swimming at Outdoor Pool Turns Head and Tries to Climb Out

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Year1971
Decade1970s
LocationNew York, United States
Duration6s
Pond5 pricefrom $188 USD
Collection1971 New York

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A Boy Swimming at Outdoor Pool Turns Head and Tries to... — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1971 in New York, capturing a young boy swimming in an outdoor pool. He turns his head mid-swim, then attempts to climb out, showcasing classic 1970s childhood moments. The scene features bright sunshine, blue water, and a clear sky with scattered clouds, filmed in authentic retro Super 8 style. This nostalgic footage offers a candid glimpse into everyday life during the early 1970s, perfect for documentaries, editorial content, or vintage-themed projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: See Pond5 listing
License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 6s
Pond5 price: from $188 USD
Clip ID: 73571955

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1008 · Super 8 · 7″ reel
Reel-level year note: 1971
Reel-level location note: new york,vermont,new hampshire,maine
Date: 1971 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level note shows the same year, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Location: New York, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level location note is linked, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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