The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

1897 | 19 minutes | 5.5 ★ (20)

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
  • 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.

  • Release Date

    01 January 1897

  • DirectingEnoch J. Rector
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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