That's not what "transformative" means for copyright. It's more like, is the new work a distinct expression, e.g. satire or commentary, based on the original.

That's not what "transformative" means for copyright. It's more like, is the new work a distinct expression, e.g. satire or commentary, based on the original. You can reproduce the original verbatim and still be transformative by adding an element of critique. Example: https://www.dmca.com/articles/akilah-obviously-vs-sargon-of-akkad https://www.dmca.com/articles/akilah-obviously-vs-sargon-of-...