Flagpole Sitter Stunt (silent, 1922)

Flagpole Sitter Stunt (1922) This brief black-and-white silent film captures a daring stunt typical of the 1920s: a flagpole sitter climbing to the top of a towering pole and standing precariously at its peak. Features two quick shots beforehand—a bustling street scene and a passing train—before focusing on the climber’s impressive ascent. With its exhilarating stunt and atmospheric shots, this film embodies the fascination with feats of bravery and spectacle that characterized early 20th-century entertainment. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.