The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897)

Directed by Enoch J. Rector

Documentary · 19m

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.

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Cast

James J. Corbett Himself
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Bob Fitzsimmons Himself
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Billy Madden Himself - Sullivan's Manager
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George Siler Himself - Referee
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John L. Sullivan Himself - Master of Ceremonies

Crew

Director
Enoch J. Rector

Details

Release date
1897-05-22
Runtime
19m
Genres
Documentary
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
No Language
Countries
United States of America
Production
Veriscope Company