In the film rip! a remix manifesto, they are talking about the overall issue, Copyright. It has been an issue for many years now. People look at it as a money making scheme for the government, and crushing peoples artistic abilities. I agree with the people voicing their opinions. But I aswell see where the other side is coming from. It is in fact stealing music that we should be purchasing, and it is making artists income decrease. But all they're worried about is the money they could be getting, rather than putting their feet in our shoes and understanding our issue.
I believe the men in this movie made this documentary, as a way to get their voice out there, as speaking on behalf of those who can't. They probably feel that making a movie that anyone could watch, would be an eye opener for those who are all for copyright. This film discussed how the copyright law is too hard on people, especially those who are using the music they download to remake into their own creation. I 100% agree with their issue. It's not fair that they put their foot down to people who are innocent, and who are downloading songs for something to listen to and enjoy. People now a days really rely on music to help them cope with pain, or even life. Because of the songs that are out, some may feel they can relate to it. Aswell with those who use the music an remake it and mix it and chop it up to their own creation, that should be allowed. All of our lives, people rely on the past, to build a future, and that is what some people use copywritten stuff for. If they don't allow that, it's sad to say but maybe the future won't be so bright, and lot's of people will lose a lot of money because of it. All this because of the copyright law.
In this film, they portrayed how strict people are abouot copyright. They interviewed a lady, and introduced her to 'Girl Talk', and she is impressed with his music. But she also stated the fact that it is deffinitely copyright what he is doing. They basically showed that no matter what they are going to agree with the copyright law. I don't think they were that successful with the interviews, as it didn't get far, but I think that they got a lot farther than anyone could. They impressed the lady with 'Girl Talk' and showed the artistic ability of what could be done if there was no copyright law.
My thoughts on copyright, is I don't think it's fair. There's so much ability and potential in people everywhere when it comes to this, such as girl talk. They could make it very far. Aswell it's not fair that because there is this copyright law, technically downloading music is illegal and you need to purchase songs, some people may not afford to download the music, even if they love music. I personally love music, and I really depend on it to get me through the day, but I would have to be responsible for purchasing my own music, and I can't because I have bills to pay. But I also think it's wrong if people take music or parts of films and claim it their own. With girl talk, they at least mention what artist and music they used, and include it in their cd booklet. It's okay to do that if you give the original artist credit for their work.
My overall thouoghts on the movie is it is well done, and they got a lot farther than anyone else did. They got their voice out there. The arguement was constructed, but I think it could have gotten the point across more better. Maybe by gathering people together and having a little protest to show how many people care. Overall I enjoyed watching it :).
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