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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897)
Directed by Enoch J. Rector
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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.
Length 19 minutes
Actors
James J. Corbett | Bob Fitzsimmons | Billy Madden | George Siler | John L. Sullivan
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2018 | Computer | Streaming | Video on Demand | 7 stars |
| (Average) 7 stars |
Viewing Notes
Considered the first feature film. Only a 3+ minute fragment is up on the Library of Congress site but apparently about a quarter of the film still exists.
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