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1897100 minDocumentary

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight

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Is The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight worth watching? With a rating of 5.3/10, this Documentary film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight Synopsis

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.

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James J. Corbett
James J. CorbettHimself
Bob Fitzsimmons
Bob FitzsimmonsHimself
Billy Madden
Billy MaddenHimself - Sullivan's Manager
George Siler
George SilerHimself - Referee
John L. Sullivan
John L. SullivanHimself - Master of Ceremonies

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Is The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight worth watching?

The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight has received mixed reviews with a 5.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Documentary movies.

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight has received average ratings (5.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

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The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Fight is a Documentary movie that 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 ...

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