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The registration of copyright is not mandatory but is advisable to get it registered so that the<br>copyright owners can file for assignment, licensing and also take actions against the infringing<br>parties over the illegal use of their copyright.
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What is a cinematographic film • Any work: • which is visually sound • Audio recorded • Any film or video would be considered as a cinematographic film if it includes visual recording and audio recording in it.
Who can file for copyright registration • Author • Original owner • Authorised agent
Tenure of protection • Section 26 of the Copyright Act, 1957 deals with the term of copyright protection for cinematographic films • Tenure of protection from the date of publication would be 60 years.