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As being someone involved in Open Source in some aspect since 1994 when I was porting code to Linux and passing back changes to Lesstif group. I find the openness of the community to be a nice change in some respects. However, when I move over to writers and want-a-be writers I find this odd half-openness that feels queer.
Let me put it in clear and simple terms. Most people wanting to become writers want people to read their works and give them good feedback (well, in most cases they want praise feedback). However, they don't want to broadcast their writings to the world. The reasoning behind it all is how the view copyrights, "first publishing" and other things most commonly discussed in those circles.
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So the question is why is it? And is fansubs killing the market? I think to the latter one the answer is "Good Fansub groups are improving the market." Where defining 'good' as those who stop producing works after a US License has been announced. However, I think the problem with Japanese Anime in America is more a difference culture. Most Americans hear "cartoon" or "animation" and they think kids and Disney. Which isn't always the case. Take DearS and Girls Bravo, they are both shows I wouldn't show to a young kid. Girls Bravo Season 2 is even worse with the sex jokes. They move from "background" jokes to foreground (Wish they would've stayed in the background, I can't stand to watch Season 2).
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The following question, 'What Would You Ask For in Copyright Law?' was brought up on Slashdot in regards to the public input requested by Australian Attorney General's Department. Don't bother readin the commentary. Most of it is pretty horrifying.
My belief on this issue? *sigh* This is a hard question. As a coder, and aspiring writer I have a hard time answer it. But I guess this is my view.
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Mr Dvorak rants about the computer gaming industry. I personally think he is being unrealistic. I can turn his argument around and say, "For the last thirty years there has been no advancements in movies. You still have action, horror, drama and animation. And some movies combine two or three." Of course if I were to say that to any major director I'd get laughed at. Major improvements in video media and methods have happen. Besides, there are only so many story plots in the world. The same goes true for games. There are only so many ways you can write a game.
Personally when I look for a game I'm looking for an interactive movie. Something with strong character development, strong story arcs and twist that are hopefully not expected. Do I get them? No, but I don't get them from our current movie industry.
Top Favorite Games (no real order):
BTW, I have my own rant about what is wrong with the video game community, but I'll save that for later.
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Tycho of Penny Arcade is having one of those moments. He comments on the video game industry and burn out. But the thing I'd like to point out is his second to last paragraph.
"The burnout factor is high. Like writing a book, there are a lot of people that half way though a project throw up their hands, burn their computer, shave their dog and trek off to outer Siberia to live the rest of their lives as hermits."
Make note.. I don't own a dog (but I do have a cat), nor have I burned my computer yet, but some days I feel I should go to Siberia and give up. *sigh* Oh well, life goes on and so do I.
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Ron Moore posted this on February 4th. I agree and don't agree with him.
I agree it will be odd not to have a new Startrek series on TV, but I think the series needs a rest. Put out a movie or two and then pick it back up after six years. Why? Because it has just been beaten to death. The writers and directors are not being creative anymore.
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