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Hollywood doesn't call it plagiarism

Plagiarism vs. Copyright Infringement: Why Hollywood Doesn’t Call It β€œPlagiarism”

You hear about plagiarism in schools, books, and music β€” but in Hollywood? Not so much. That’s because the film industry doesn’t use the word plagiarism. Instead, they talk about copyright infringement or breach of contract. Here’s the difference, and why it matters for filmmakers and creators. What Is Plagiarism? Plagiarism is about credit. If…

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