Moore: pirate my film, no problem

Found on Sunday Herald on Sunday, 04 July 2004
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Controversial film-maker Michael Moore has welcomed the appearance on the internet of pirated copies of his anti-Bush documentary Fahrenheit 9/11 and claimed he is happy for anybody to download it free of charge.

"I don't agree with the copyright laws and I don't have a problem with people downloading the movie and sharing it with people as long as they're not trying to make a profit off my labour. I would oppose that," he said.

"I do well enough already and I made this film because I want the world, to change. The more people who see it the better, so I'm happy this is happening."

Moore said: "Is it wrong for someone who's bought a film on DVD to let a friend watch it for free? Of course it's not. It never has been and never will be. I think information, art and ideas should be shared."

I only can suggest to watch it and form your own opinion; it's really worth it. Personally, I find the facts quite disturbing. If the whole movie is a lie, why should anybody feel the need to block it?