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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

Genres

Documentary

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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.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

100 mins

Rating

5.3/10

Release Date

22 May 1897

Country

United States of America

Cast

James J. Corbett

James J. Corbett

Himself

Bob Fitzsimmons

Bob Fitzsimmons

Himself

Billy Madden

Billy Madden

Himself - Sullivan's Manager

George Siler

George Siler

Himself - Referee

John L. Sullivan

John L. Sullivan

Himself - Master of Ceremonies

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