Technological advances in recent years have seen an increase in the number of home computers in use and hooked up to high-speed internet. These figures correlate to an increase in the download of illegal copies of films. Often people are not even aware that their downloads are in fact illegal, and it is usually the case that people simply do not know what kind of effect their actions are having. It is important, however, to look at this issue and see how industries and individuals are being affected by unlawful movie downloads.
Definition of illegal downloading
Every country has its own laws and regulations with regards to copyrighted material and downloads. This should serve as a basic guide to what may constitute illegal downloading of movies.
If a movie is still playing in the cinemas, or perhaps has not even been released yet, you can be sure that any version you download will be an illegal copy. In most countries, movies are released to DVD three months after theater screenings. Any film that is publicly released via online means before that three month period is over has been obtained and distributed without permission.
One of the most common ways of downloading movies is through file-sharing services. Generally, if an individual provides copyrighted materials to another individual without appropriate permission, that individual is engaging in an illegal activity. In many countries, those people who download this copyrighted material are also deemed to be participating in an illegal activity. Peer-to-peer downloads, such as those obtained through BitTorrents, are usually an unlawful way to obtain movies.
What is the impact of these downloads?
Whenever a movie is downloaded illegally, the lawful owner of that material is being robbed of profit they would otherwise have received through movie sales. When considered in the context of movie producers or actors who already possess millions of dollars, it may be difficult to see how this is unfair. However, movie makers are not the only ones missing out. In fact, the impact is probably felt most by cinemas and video stores. If the problem becomes worse, it could easily jeopardize smaller, local businesses.
Australian film in particular suffers from this issue. The industry, which is already struggling, is said to lose several hundred million dollars each year because of illegal downloading of films. Australian film makers are greatly limited in their ability to produce more films, by this financial loss. They need viewer support so that they can continue to produce quality films that express Australian culture and identity, creativity and ingenuity.
Is illegal downloading a punishable offense?
As countries have different laws, this will vary. In many countries, such as Australia and the US, being in possession of illegally distributed copyrighted material can incur a fine of thousands, and sometimes millions, of dollars. Check the warnings on legal versions of films to find out what punishments exist in your country or region.
You can probably appreciate now the problem posed by illegal movie downloads. People from around the world can be affected by your choices, from movie producers to DVD retailers and cinemas. And don't forget that you can be caught, and the fine you receive will definitely affect you. There are enough legal alternatives available that there is no real excuse for illegally downloading films. Support film industries all over the world and purchase legally produced films.
Definition of illegal downloading
Every country has its own laws and regulations with regards to copyrighted material and downloads. This should serve as a basic guide to what may constitute illegal downloading of movies.
If a movie is still playing in the cinemas, or perhaps has not even been released yet, you can be sure that any version you download will be an illegal copy. In most countries, movies are released to DVD three months after theater screenings. Any film that is publicly released via online means before that three month period is over has been obtained and distributed without permission.
One of the most common ways of downloading movies is through file-sharing services. Generally, if an individual provides copyrighted materials to another individual without appropriate permission, that individual is engaging in an illegal activity. In many countries, those people who download this copyrighted material are also deemed to be participating in an illegal activity. Peer-to-peer downloads, such as those obtained through BitTorrents, are usually an unlawful way to obtain movies.
What is the impact of these downloads?
Whenever a movie is downloaded illegally, the lawful owner of that material is being robbed of profit they would otherwise have received through movie sales. When considered in the context of movie producers or actors who already possess millions of dollars, it may be difficult to see how this is unfair. However, movie makers are not the only ones missing out. In fact, the impact is probably felt most by cinemas and video stores. If the problem becomes worse, it could easily jeopardize smaller, local businesses.
Australian film in particular suffers from this issue. The industry, which is already struggling, is said to lose several hundred million dollars each year because of illegal downloading of films. Australian film makers are greatly limited in their ability to produce more films, by this financial loss. They need viewer support so that they can continue to produce quality films that express Australian culture and identity, creativity and ingenuity.
Is illegal downloading a punishable offense?
As countries have different laws, this will vary. In many countries, such as Australia and the US, being in possession of illegally distributed copyrighted material can incur a fine of thousands, and sometimes millions, of dollars. Check the warnings on legal versions of films to find out what punishments exist in your country or region.
You can probably appreciate now the problem posed by illegal movie downloads. People from around the world can be affected by your choices, from movie producers to DVD retailers and cinemas. And don't forget that you can be caught, and the fine you receive will definitely affect you. There are enough legal alternatives available that there is no real excuse for illegally downloading films. Support film industries all over the world and purchase legally produced films.
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