The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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1897 · 19 min · NR · Documentary · TMDB 5.3/10

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.

Directed by Enoch J. Rector

Cast

• James J. Corbett — Himself
• Bob Fitzsimmons — Himself
• Billy Madden — Himself - Sullivan's Manager
• George Siler — Himself - Referee
• John L. Sullivan — Himself - Master of Ceremonies