The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight (1897)
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
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: May 22, 1897
Cast
- James J. Corbett - Himself
- Bob Fitzsimmons - Himself
- Billy Madden - Himself - Sullivan's Manager
- George Siler - Himself - Referee
- John L. Sullivan - Himself - Master of Ceremonies
Production: Veriscope Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film
More Films by Director: Enoch J. Rector
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight?
- The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight was directed by Enoch J. Rector.
- Who stars in The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight?
- The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight stars James J. Corbett, Bob Fitzsimmons, Billy Madden, George Siler, John L. Sullivan.
- How long is The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight?
- The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight?
- The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight produced?
- The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight was produced in United States of America.