Stock Library Can ASPBRB (silent, Kodachrome)

This silent film compilation from the 1960s captures a variety of natural and cultural scenes. It begins with detailed observations of insects, such as millipedes and spiders, displaying their movements and interactions. There are close-ups of ants carrying materials, and scenes of praying mantises eating other insects. The footage then transitions to cultural activities, featuring women in traditional attire carding and spinning wool, and African boys dancing and playing games. Scenes of children engaging in outdoor activities, like tossing sticks and pretend bullfighting, are juxtaposed with images of a European family enjoying breakfast together. Additional scenes include a man weaving a net on a beach, people rowing boats, and preparing food outdoors. The compilation ends with a diverse mix of everyday moments, from a boy playing with a dog to children practicing calligraphy and men working on machinery. This rich visual documentation provides a snapshot of both the natural world and cultural practices of the era.

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.