CinemaOSMovie · 1897 · 1h 40m · NR

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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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.

Directed byEnoch J. Rector

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 40m
Language
EN
Released
May 22, 1897
Studios
Veriscope Company

Featuring

Cast & crew

5 credited
Starring
James J. Corbett

James J. Corbett

Himself

Bob Fitzsimmons

Himself

Billy Madden

Himself - Sullivan's Manager

George Siler

Himself - Referee

John L. Sullivan

Himself - Master of Ceremonies

Creative team
Directed by
Enoch J. Rector

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