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.
Ratings
IMDb5.2/10
27 audience votes
Key crew
- Enoch J. RectorDirector
Cast
- James J. CorbettHimself
- Bob FitzsimmonsHimself
- Billy MaddenHimself - Sullivan's Manager
- George SilerHimself - Referee
- John L. SullivanHimself - Master of Ceremonies
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Themes
silent film