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Alex Swinfen

7 years, 4 months ago - Alex Swinfen

Hi all,

I have a short script I am aiming to make whereby a character communicates and references the odd famous lyric for comedic effect. The nature of the gag means they have to be recognisable so they are mainly pop songs of the last 15 years.

Is this fair use?

Thanks all

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Alwyne Kennedy

7 years, 4 months ago - Alwyne Kennedy

I only skimmed it, but this might answer your question - https://www.janefriedman.com/the-fair-use-doctrine/

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Alex Swinfen

7 years, 4 months ago - Alex Swinfen

Ahh that post contained a link which has my answer. Cheers Alwynne

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2010/may/01/blake-morrison-lyrics-copyright

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