Disney's Disservice to the Public

 My Youtube channel is a mixture of different things, but what has been very popular is some of the public domain TV and movies I've posted. I'm getting reactions from people who have never seen some of these.

I shouldn't be surprised but I am. I love it. This is one of the reasons public domain works are important and companies like Disney and Warner Brothers stepping in and getting the original dates changed was a disservice to the public.

Here's an example. This Abbott and Costello routine might not be known by many of you because you're maybe too young. This is a classic. If this wasn't in the public domain, it would likely fade away and many people would miss the opportunity to see these classics.

Disney pushed for an extension of how long after a works was published it could enter the public domain. Obviously it was to protect their works such as Mickey Mouse.

Which is ironic as Disney made their mark utilizing public domain works such as Peter Pan and Snow White and Cinderella and many more.  

If you haven't seen this classic "Who's on First" routine, check it out. Even if you have, check it out as this is the only time Costello says "I don't give a damn" in this routine. Back in those days, it wasn't the normal practice on the screen as it is now.  

Highway Patrol Comic in the Public Domain

 I know I date myself once again when I tell you I used to watch "The Highway Patrol" when I was a kid. But it was a good TV show.

Well, it's another TV show that made it's way into the comic books. You can read the comic book here. I think you'll enjoy it and . . .

remember this is public domain. You can read the story and use the plot and story to write your own book.

Three Stooges - Disorder in the Court - Public Domain

This classic video of The Three Stooges features Larry, Curly and Moe. I think most of us Three Stooges viewers like the episodes with Curly.