The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight
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Nevada |
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The 1890s |
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. Written by Mark Toscano.
Released in 1897 — 19 minutes
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Documentary |
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No Language |