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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
Genres
Documentary
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
19 min
Release Date
1897-01-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
24
Vote Average
5.3
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
James J. Corbett
Himself
Bob Fitzsimmons
Himself
Billy Madden
Himself - Sullivan's Manager
George Siler
Himself - Referee
John L. Sullivan
Himself - Master of Ceremonies
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