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1972: Tall Cactus Stands Alone on Desert Road

1972: Tall Cactus Stands Alone on Desert Road

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  • Year1972
  • Decade1970s
  • LocationArizona, United States
  • Duration6s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD

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Tall Cactus Stands Alone on Desert Road — Clip Details

Vintage 1972 home movie footage from Arizona captures a tall cactus standing in the middle of a sunbaked desert road. The scene showcases the arid landscape under harsh midday heat, with dry shrubs and sparse greenery dotting the hot, dusty terrain. Filmed on 8mm film, this authentic archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into American desert life during the early 1970s. The raw, unfiltered quality reflects classic home movie aesthetics, perfect for documentaries, retro-themed projects, or historical storytelling.

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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
6s
Pond5 price
from $199 USD
Clip ID
73749936

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Date
1972 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location
Arizona, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
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