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Archive: October 2022 (3 Posts)

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Scholar Identifies First Motion Picture Copyright Registration

Posted by: George Thuronyi

The early days of motion pictures were a time of experimentation and discovery, not only for pioneers who invented new formats and methods, but also for copyright law and the U.S. Copyright Office, keeping pace with innovative, creative endeavors. A recent discovery has shed light on one of the key facts missing from our understanding …