The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
(1897)

Released: 1897-01-01

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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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Billy Madden

as Himself - Sullivan's Manager

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George Siler

as Himself - Referee

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John L. Sullivan

as Himself - Master of Ceremonies

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