The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

19min

Documentary

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.

Cast

Billy Madden

Billy Madden

Himself - Sullivan's Manager
George Siler

George Siler

Himself - Referee
John L. Sullivan

John L. Sullivan

Himself - Master of Ceremonies

Release date

1st Jan 1897

Status

Released

Spoken languages

No Language