Copyright Criminals (2009)

Name: Copyright Criminals
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2009-05-21
Duration: 65 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: George Clinton, Chuck D, El-P, Bobbito Garcia, Shock G

2009 • 1h 5m • Documentary, Music • PG-13

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Documentary Music

Not Rated•May 21, 2009•USA•1h 5m

LanguageEnglish

W2TCH Rating71%Good

Synopsis

Copyright Criminals explores the artistic and financial aspects of musical sampling, focusing on the ongoing discussions surrounding creativity, copyright, and revenue. The documentary charts the evolution of hip-hop, from its beginnings in New York City to its present as a major global industry. For over three decades, hip-hop artists and producers have creatively incorporated snippets of existing recordings into new, original songs. This practice transformed from "borrowing" into legal battles over copyright infringement when lawyers and record companies intervened. The film features influential figures in hip-hop history, such as Public Enemy, De La Soul, and Digital Underground, alongside contemporary artists from labels like Definitive Jux, Rhymesayers, and Ninja Tune.

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