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Well I think that will not mean anybody can use the character or create their own spin-offs I presume…? There surely is some kind of law that will allow Disney

by 0x008 4y ago

Well I think that will not mean anybody can use the character or create their own spin-offs I presume…? There surely is some kind of law that will allow Disney to sue anybody on the grounds they the character defines their brand identity or something similar..

enkid 4y ago
That's what trademark is for.
- 0x008 4y ago
  So then what is the significance of Mickey Mouse copyright expiring..?
  - enkid 4y ago
    My understanding is you can sell the videos of the original cartoons, but you can't use Mickey's likeness to sell it.
    - amelius 4y ago
      So you can't show a preview of what the buyer can expect?