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FEATURE FILM
The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
5.3(27) 1897 100 min United States of America No Language
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.
Director
Enoch J. Rector
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James J. Corbett
Himself
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Bob Fitzsimmons
Himself
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Billy Madden
Himself - Sullivan's Manager
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George Siler
Himself - Referee
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John L. Sullivan
Himself - Master of Ceremonies
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