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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Top 5 Epic Movies of 2024: The Year's Most Awaited Cinema"

The film industry is buzzing with excitement for 2024's lineup, featuring anticipated sequels like "Dune: Part 2" and new entries in popular franchises. The Golden Globes face unpredictability with a new, diverse voting body, while horror fans can look forward to a variety of chilling offerings. Streaming platforms are updating their libraries with a mix of indie and blockbuster films, and the latest adaptation of the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crash aims to honor the survivors' story. Meanwhile, the "Mean Girls" musical adaptation's marketing strategy has raised eyebrows as it downplays the film's Broadway roots.

via The A.V. Club|

##awardsseason #entertainment

entertainment-legal2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mickey Mouse Enters Public Domain, Sparking Creative and Legal Frenzy"

Disney has lost copyright protection for the original version of Mickey Mouse, which debuted in 1928's "Steamboat Willie," allowing filmmakers to create horror movies featuring the character, such as "Mickey's Mouse Trap." While Disney still holds rights to later versions of Mickey Mouse and other characters like Donald Duck and Goofy, the lapse in protection for the original Mickey has led to the production of slasher films and video games using the character's likeness. Disney CEO Bob Iger is facing multiple challenges, but the emergence of these low-budget horror adaptations exploiting the now-public domain Mickey Mouse may be a minor issue compared to others.

via Fortune|

##copyright #disney

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mickey Mouse Turns Terrifying: Public Domain 'Steamboat Willie' Inspires New Horror Films"

The iconic character Mickey Mouse from the 1928 short "Steamboat Willie" has entered the public domain, leading to the development of at least two horror films featuring the character. "Mickey's Mouse Trap" and an untitled film by director Steven LaMorte are in the works, with the former already releasing a trailer. These projects follow a trend of public domain characters being used in horror flicks, as seen with "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey." Disney has stated that while the original versions of Mickey and Minnie Mouse are now public domain, they will continue to protect the rights of the modern versions of their characters.

via CBS News|

##disney #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Mickey Mouse's Public Domain 'Steamboat Willie' Inspires New Wave of Horror Films"

The iconic character Mickey Mouse, as depicted in the 1928 film "Steamboat Willie," has entered the public domain, leading to the announcement of at least two horror movies inspired by the character. Disney's copyright on the film expired, allowing independent filmmakers to use the early version of Mickey without legal repercussions, provided they avoid suggesting any association with Disney. The horror-comedy adaptation by Steven LaMorte and the indie slasher flick "Mickey's Mouse Trap" directed by Jamie Bailey are set to offer a twisted take on the beloved character. This follows a trend of turning classic children's characters into horror villains, as seen with "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey."

via Los Angeles Times|

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entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Public Domain Sparks Horror: Mickey Mouse Reimagined in Controversial Films Amidst Industry Shake-Up"

Rhys Frake-Waterfield, director of "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey," has avoided creating a project based on Steamboat Willie, which recently entered the public domain, due to potential legal complications with Disney's trademarks. While other filmmakers rush to capitalize on the public domain status with horror adaptations, Frake-Waterfield warns of the legal nuances and risks involved. He emphasizes the importance of quality and originality in his own projects, which include a horror twist on Peter Pan, and advises caution to others using newly public domain characters to avoid costly legal battles with Disney.

via IndieWire|