The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
Documentary
5.3
Release Date
January 1, 1897
Duration
19 min
Status
Released
Language
en
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.
Casts
Himself
James J. Corbett
Himself
Bob Fitzsimmons
Himself - Sullivan's Manager
Billy Madden
Himself - Referee
George Siler
Himself - Master of Ceremonies
John L. Sullivan
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