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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

1897

5.3

Categories:

  • Documentary

Overview:

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.

Enoch J. Rector

Director

Cast:

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  • James J. Corbett

    James J. Corbett

    Himself
  • Bob Fitzsimmons

    Bob Fitzsimmons

    Himself
  • Billy Madden

    Billy Madden

    Himself - Sullivan's M...
  • George Siler

    George Siler

    Himself - Referee
  • John L. Sullivan

    John L. Sullivan

    Himself - Master of Ce...