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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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This legendary fight was filmed on March 17, 1897, using 63mm film that produced an aspect ratio of about 1.75:1. Using three adjacent cameras, Enoch Rector recorded the entire fight, simultaneously creating the world's first known feature film, as the resulting footage lasted over 90 minutes in length. About a quarter of the film survives today.

Director
Enoch J. Rector
Release date
May 22, 1897
Original language
English
Origin
United States

Cast of The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

  • Portrait of James J. Corbett

    James J. Corbett

    Himself

  • Bob Fitzsimmons

    Himself

  • Billy Madden

    Himself - Sullivan's Manager

  • George Siler

    Himself - Referee

  • John L. Sullivan

    Himself - Master of Ceremonies

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