STK-ID 23743

Shots of contestants at sports meet in Vancouver. Male swimmers posing at pool side, while trick divers perform at slow and standard speeds. MSs of swimmer on diving board, of swimmers executing various swimming styles. Shots of large number of beginners swimming under the guidance of a swimming instructor, of a large group of female bathers at pool, of mixed groups, etc. Shots of sculling regatta with old fashioned clothes much in evidence (probably an informal fashion show). Shots of tennis match between female contestants, of golf game with men in plus fours playing and large gallery following, of people relaxing at club house after game. Shots of basketball game (brief), of assorted field and track events: running, jumping, of midget car racing (against time).

DETAILS

Excerpt from
Sports Meet
Location
Vancouver (city)
Year
1920
Collection
National Film Board
Available formats
Digital Bétacam, Reel 35 mm, Digital Video Disk
Shooting format
35mm fine grain b&w, 35mm dupe neg b&w
Aspect ratio
4/3
Available resolutions
720 x 486