Belmont Copyright Society

In response to a packed viewing of the Brett Gaylor opensource experiment/documentary "RIP: a Remix Manifesto", I thought I would post a few links to other reading material for those wanting to further explore the argument of creativity in the digital age.  No doubt this film has its points and arguements, as well as providing an entertaining way of exploring the oftentimes dull topic of Intellectual Properties.  However, like most documentarys it is jaded towards one side of the arguement, and it is important to view both sides of this battle.  So, here are a few Belmont University Copyright Society suggested readings/viewings for further researching the issues:

Free Culture: the Nature and Future of Creativity - Lawrence Lessig (Link.)

• This book is the obvious inspiration for this film, and is step one in diving into this arguement.
• Lessig's Blog can be found here.
• Want other suggested readings by Lessig? Check out...

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The Future of Ideas: the Fate of the Commons in a Connected World

Code and Other Laws of Cyberspace

Remix: Making Art and Commerce Thrive in the Hybrid Economy

Public Domain: Enclosing the Commons of the Mind - James Boyle (Link.)

The Pirate's Dilemna - Matt Mason (Link.)

Freedom of Expression: Resistance and Repression in the Age of Intellectual Property (Link.)

Free: the Future of a Radical Price - Chris Anderson (Link.)

Also, check out these articles:

• The Economy of Ideas (Link.)
• Updating Fair Use for Innovators and Creators in the Digital Age: Two Targeted Reforms (Link.)