The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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1897-01-01 | 19 min
Documentary

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

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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

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