“Morocco” Enters Public Domain, Highlighting Pre-Hays Code Cinema’s Value
The Internet Archive celebrates the entry of the 1930 film “Morocco” into the public domain, a milestone that underscores the artistic and societal significance of films produced before the strict enforcement of the Hays Code. Theo Unkrich of the Internet Archive’s Patron Services team highlights how these earlier works offer unique insights into the social norms and expressive freedoms of their time, presenting narratives and character portrayals less common in later cinematic eras.
The availability of “Morocco” in the public domain aligns perfectly with the Internet Archive’s mission of preserving and providing access to media. This allows a wider audience to engage with cinematic heritage that might otherwise be difficult to access. Unkrich’s own creative work, which explores themes of queerness, community networks, and the ‘Old Web,’ further demonstrates how the exploration of past media can inform and enrich contemporary artistic endeavors.
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