"Mickey Mouse's Copyright Liberation Sparks Public Domain Controversy and Creativity"
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Disney's iconic character Mickey Mouse has entered the public domain following the expiration of its copyright, leading to new, unauthorized and gruesome interpretations of the character. These reimaginings are a stark contrast to the wholesome image traditionally associated with Mickey, showcasing him in violent and disturbing scenarios.
Topics:entertainment##copyrightexpiration#disney#entertainment-legal#horrorrework#mickeymouse#publicdomain
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