How Well Do You Know Movie Copyright Law?

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1.

Public domain films, those free to use without a license, are any films that are 10 years or older.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Public domain films are not necessarily films that are 10 years or older. Public domain refers to works that are not protected by copyright and can be used by anyone without permission or payment. While it is true that many public domain films are older, there are also films that have entered the public domain due to other reasons such as expiration of copyright or failure to renew it. Therefore, the statement that all public domain films are 10 years or older is false.

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2.

A public performance of a film is a showing in a movie theater or to a crowd of 100 or more people.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
A public performance of a film is not limited to showings in movie theaters or to crowds of 100 or more people. It can also include screenings in other public venues such as parks, community centers, or even online platforms. Therefore, the statement is false.

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3.

“Home Use Only” means any showing in an intimate setting.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
"Home Use Only" does not mean any showing in an intimate setting. It refers to the restriction that certain products or items, such as software or equipment, can only be used for personal or non-commercial purposes within a home setting. This means that these items cannot be used for business or commercial purposes outside of the home. Therefore, the statement is false.

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4.

It’s okay to show a movie without a license as long as it’s educational.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Showing a movie without a license is not okay, regardless of whether it is educational or not. A license is required to legally show copyrighted material to the public, regardless of the purpose or content of the movie. Therefore, the statement is false.

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5.

Nonprofits are not required to obtain a public performance license.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Nonprofits are not exempt from obtaining a public performance license. Just like any other organization or individual, nonprofits are required to obtain a license if they plan to publicly perform copyrighted material. This includes playing music, showing movies, or any other form of public performance. Failure to obtain a license can result in legal consequences. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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6.

It is not necessary to obtain a public performance license if the showing is free.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is false because obtaining a public performance license is necessary regardless of whether the showing is free or not. A public performance license is required whenever a copyrighted work is shown to a public audience, regardless of whether admission is charged or not. The purpose of the license is to ensure that the copyright holder is compensated for the use of their work. Therefore, even if the showing is free, a public performance license must still be obtained.

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7.

Federal, state and local agencies are always safe to show any copyrighted film.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Federal, state, and local agencies are not always safe to show any copyrighted film. Copyright laws protect the rights of the creators of films, and showing a copyrighted film without permission or a proper license can be a violation of those rights. While there may be certain circumstances where agencies are allowed to show copyrighted films, such as for educational purposes or under fair use exceptions, it is not always safe to do so without proper authorization. Therefore, the statement is false.

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8.

Copyright infringement is never prosecuted, so I shouldn’t worry about obtaining a license.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
This statement is false. Copyright infringement is indeed prosecuted and can result in legal consequences. It is important to obtain a license or permission to use copyrighted material to avoid any legal issues.

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9.

I am free to screen any movie in my library’s catalog.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement says "I am free to screen any movie in my library's catalog." The word "free" implies that there are no restrictions or limitations in screening any movie. However, this is not true as there might be certain restrictions or guidelines in place for screening movies in the library's catalog. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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10.

Public performance site licenses are expensive and unrealistic for my library’s budget.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Public performance site licenses are not necessarily expensive and unrealistic for a library's budget. The cost of a license can vary depending on factors such as the size of the library and the specific licensing agreement. Libraries often have options to negotiate or purchase licenses at discounted rates. Additionally, there may be grants or funding opportunities available specifically for obtaining public performance site licenses. Therefore, it is not accurate to say that such licenses are always expensive and unrealistic for a library's budget.

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How Well Do You Know Movie Copyright Law?

Public domain films, those free to use without a license, are any films that are 10 years or older.

A public performance of a film is a showing in a movie theater or to a crowd of 100 or more people.

“Home Use Only” means any showing in an intimate setting.

It’s okay to show a movie without a license as long as it’s educational.

Nonprofits are not required to obtain a public performance license.

It is not necessary to obtain a public performance license if the showing is free.

Federal, state and local agencies are always safe to show any copyrighted film.

Copyright infringement is never prosecuted, so I shouldn’t worry about obtaining a license.

I am free to screen any movie in my library’s catalog.

Public performance site licenses are expensive and unrealistic for my library’s budget.