Does Langford-Hague exist on film?

Greb-Walker was iirc.

 

I know of two Greb films that were definately shown in theatres. I have the advertisements for them. I know of two more that were *possibly* shown in theatres but I can find no verification of that and cant even find what I consider definitive proof they were filmed. There were still another 2 or 3 fights which were supposedly filmed but I have yet to find verificationon that either. So, as it stands right now, based on my research, I can only say that two Greb films were definitively filmed and shown in theatres.

 

Just want to add that I would appreciate it if the two of you (Klompton and Clay) would refrain from mentioning my name anymore on this thread, what transpired between the two of you is none of my business so leave me out of it. And Klompton, you say you still have some of the emails I sent you all those years ago, may I ask why? You and I don`t have any dealings together at all so why don`t you get rid of them? I`ve deleted all the emails I got from you including your list a looong time ago, perhaps it is time you do the same.

 

The only reason I have those emails is because I have not cleaned out my mailbox in three or four years.

 

Yes, one is Greb-Walker. The other one I have never heard anyone else speak of so Id like to keep it for my book if you dont mind. Incidently, I found another just two days ago that there is a very good chance was filmed. At least, I know that motion picture cameras were there for the purpose of filming the card. So there is hope.

 

Has it been established whether Langford-Hague exists or not? :?

I can see Mendoza says he has a couple of rounds ....... but Klompton says he's wrong. Who is right?

 

I gave Klompton a PM as to who to contact for this fight. Some of the rare fights are not in the USA. Not sure who Klompton is linked in with as far as flims go, but I doubt he has tired this source.

I asked Klompton what he thinks 2 rounds of Langford vs. Hauge would go for. No reply yet.

 

I replied:


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Bull, Klompton, or anyone else who has purchased films, I have two question.

1 ) What would an incomplete film of Langford vs. Hague go for that shows two rounds, the 1st and the 4th including the knockout sell for?

2 ) What is the highest amount in dollars you have seen a boxing film demand?


1. Whatever the market would bare. If someone has it we can work something out. Id be generous and make it worth their while, but I would definately need to confirm it first.

2. Not a lot to be honest with you. Fight films are worth a lot to collectors but dont actually go for a lot on the market. I would also tie how expensive something was to how long the film was. For instance Ive seen 30 seconds of rare film go for a thousand or two (this is the original film mind you) but Ive also seen 10 complete rounds of rare film go for a thousand or two. Usually though this stuff is worked out in trade etc. When its not, its because someone has a boxing film that belonged to their grandpa and wants to get rid of it and make a little money. Those people are usually happy to get what they can for it which usually doesnt go much beyond a couple thousand dollars even for very rare stuff (and usually its in the hundreds). And remember, thats for the actual original films.

 

Thanks Klompton. Do you think collectors could strike a deal with the boxing hall of fame to show their films for a certain percent of the profit?

Imagine if the boxing hall of fame constructed a small theater that had security to prevent cameras, and offered say Greb vs. Walker for $10.00 I'd book my plane ticket to upstate NY, wouldn't you?

I showed Langford vs. Jeanette to a few of my friends in the IBRO, and they were all like kids on Christmas morning. My belief is there should be a forum to view boxing treasures that offers collectors incentive to show their films to people who want to see them.

 

What an excellent idea! Man, I would gladly jump on a plane and fly in from Europe, for an opportunity like that!

 

The boxing Hall of Fame has a deal in place with BigFights/ESPN. They wouldnt make a deal with collectors who dont own the rights to what they would be exhibiting.

Even the ESPN/BigFights collection doesnt own the rights to a ton of their stuff but theyve done a good job over the years of getting people to believe they do.

I should also add that one of Steve Lotts pet projects over the last ten years has been a museum in Las Vegas dedicated to boxing which would also exhibit the films of the ESPN/BigFights collection.

 

Strange thread, people digging up posts from ten and fifteen years back .. I have no idea if the Langdford - Jeanette film is one in question but the story happened to and with me exactly as told .. that said , I'm not sure if the value of actual fight films is based on original actual copies or control to access or some hybrid of both .. I know in sports memorabilia like baseball cards or in comic books the value is in an actual original copy , not control of seeing images ..