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Copyright Comedies and More
A compilation of thirteen rare silent films digitized by the Library of Congress, selected for the 2022 Domitor conference theme “Copy/Rights and Early Cinema.” Drawn from nitrate and safety film, the program spans comedies, trick films, and dramas exploring censorship, invention, adaptation, and social rights. Titles include: Pruning the Movies (Nestor, 1914); Imperial Japanese Dance (Edison, 1894); Early Edison Camera Tests (Edison, c.1890s); Censorship and its Absurdities (Edison, 1915); In Wrong (Crystal, 1914, dir. Phillips Smalley); Tillie’s Tomato Surprise (Lubin, 1915, dir. Howell Hansell); Indian Land Grab (Champion, 1910); The Stolen Play (Falcon Features, 1917, dir. Harry Harvey); And the Villain Still Pursued Her (Vitagraph, 1906, dir. J. Stuart Blackton); The Doll’s Revenge (Hepworth, 1907, dir. Lewin Fitzhamon); The Disintegrated Convict (Vitagraph, 1907); The Mexican Joan of Arc (Kalem, 1911, dir. Kenean Buel); and Fads and Fashions of 1900 (U.S., 1940s).
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Plot Summary
Copyright Comedies and More is a collection of short comedic sketches that playfully explore themes of intellectual property, copyright law, and the absurdity of modern content creation. The series features a diverse range of comedic scenarios, from parodies of popular media to original comedic takes on legal concepts. Each sketch offers a unique perspective on the challenges and humor found within the world of creative rights.
Critical Reception
As a collection of independent sketches, 'Copyright Comedies and More' has not received widespread critical reviews or mainstream attention. Its reception is largely confined to niche online communities interested in comedy and copyright discussions. Audience feedback is typically found in comments sections of the platforms where the sketches are hosted.
What Reviewers Say
Humorous takes on legalities of content creation.
Relatable scenarios for creators and consumers alike.
Varying sketch quality, but often inventive.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this compilation is not readily available, as it appears to be a collection of independent sketches rather than a single, widely distributed film or series with aggregated user feedback.
Fun Fact
The concept for 'Copyright Comedies and More' likely arose from the increasing online discourse and personal experiences of creators navigating complex copyright laws in the digital age.
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