Shortly after announcing the release of an NFT based on his popular movie “Pulp Fiction,” director Quentin Tarantino was sued.
this Associated Press According to reports, Miramax has sued Tarantino because he plans to issue 7 NFTs, which are non-fungible tokens, centered on the 1994 black comedy. The NFT plan is a digital copy of a handwritten script page of an unedited scene in the movie. Audio commentary and other “secret” aspects are also expected to be included in the coinage.
However, Miramax claims that he cannot sell these scenes, whether as NFT or not, because they belong to the studio. Because of this statement, the studio stated that the sale violated their original distribution contract and copyright.
“Talentino’s actions forced Miramax to file a lawsuit against an important collaborator to enforce, maintain and protect contracts and contracts related to one of Miramax’s most iconic and valuable film assets. Intellectual property rights,” Miramax said in the lawsuit.
The company also stated that they did not participate in or consult with the NFT program. They said: “Let it go,” they said, “Talentino’s actions may mislead others to believe that Miramax is involved in his business. It may also mislead others to believe that they have the right to conduct similar transactions. “
This is just one example of the recent controversy surrounding the production and sales of NFTs. A well-known NFT artist was recently named in the community for making racist cartoons. Many critics said that NFT mining would harm the environment.this Ownership and copyright terms The time to purchase NFT has also been reviewed. Regardless of success or failure, Miramax’s lawsuit may result in a clearer regulation of NFT ownership.
Tarantino’s representative did not immediately comment on the matter. Pulp Fiction NFT is still expected to be released in December.
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NFT is a unique digital work presented through cryptocurrency technology and attached to a specific owner.
According to the lawsuit, Tarantino’s lawyer responded to Miramax’s suspension and termination letter, stating that the sale belonged to some of Tarantino’s rights from the production, including the right to publish the script.
The lawsuit requires the judge to prohibit the sale of NFTs and any similar violations of Miramax’s copyright, and requires Tarantino to pay his attorney’s fees and any related expenses.
“Pulp Fiction” is a 1994 film starring Samuel Jackson, Uma Thurman and John Travolta, turning Tarantino from a highly regarded independent director to a major film production star .
This is one of several films he made with Miramax, and then the brothers Harvey and Bob Weinstein are at the helm.
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