Stock Library Can AVZAWCAWD (silent, raw footage)

Silent raw footage outtakes.

This 1950s film compilation provides a fascinating glimpse into mid-20th-century agricultural practices, scientific experimentation, and optical education. It features scenes of farm life, such as farmers handling manure, feeding pigs, and boys installing screens on doors and windows, accompanied by detailed close-ups of flies and insect larvae. The scientific observations include microscopic views of blooming mold and flies on agar in petri dishes, along with illustrations of insect anatomy. Optical experiments are prominently featured, with demonstrations of prisms, lenses, and light patterns, showcasing the principles of aperture, vertex, and curvature. Additionally, various setups with mirrors and lights mimic the mechanics of eye lenses and focus reflections from the sun. This compilation effectively combines practical demonstrations with detailed visual observations, reflecting the era’s technological and educational advancements.

We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.