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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897)

5.3 | 22 May 1897 | 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.

Featured Crew

Enoch J. Rector Director

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897) Cast & Crew

Billy Madden
Billy Madden
Himself - Sullivan's Manager
George Siler
George Siler
Himself - Referee
John L. Sullivan
John L. Sullivan
Himself - Master of Ceremonies

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897) Images

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