Petteri Pyyny
4 Jul 2004 23:12
Probably the most controversial movie director at the moment, Michael Moore, has told to press that he doesn't have any problem whatsoever with people sharing his latest movie, Fahrenheit 9/11 illegally over the P2P networks.
"I don’t agree with the copyright laws and I don’t have a problem with people downloading the movie and sharing it with people as long as they’re not trying to make a profit off my labour. I would oppose that," Moore said. "I do well enough already and I made this film because I want the world to change. The more people who see it the better, so I’m happy this is happening."
"Is it wrong for someone who’s bought a film on DVD to let a friend watch it for free? Of course it’s not. It never has been and never will be. I think information, art and ideas should be shared."
It is also interesting to notice that the company distributing Moore's latest movie, Lions Gate Films, seems to share his views on piracy as well, as the company has stated it doesn't oppose the practice of people sharing the movie over the P2P networks for free. Obviously company hasn't released any public press statements about its views as it has to maintain good relations with the MPAA and the other movie industry establisments.
Source: Sunday Herald