"Adult Swim's Twisted Take on Mickey Mouse in the Public Domain"
Adult Swim aired a NSFW interstitial featuring a provocative version of Steamboat Willie, raising questions about the use of iconic public domain characters. The animation depicts Steamboat Willie thrusting onto and kissing the text "PUBLIC DOMAIN BITCH," blurring the lines between ironic and sincere attempts at edginess. The article explores the trend of dark and edgy takes on beloved characters entering the public domain, questioning whether this is the most creative approach. It also discusses the potential sustainability of public domain slashers and the need for high-quality projects in this space.