Movie Lines App Legality

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Creating an app using movie lines can be tricky due to copyright laws. U.S. Copyright laws protect original works, including movie scripts. Unauthorized use may be considered infringement. Fair use is an exception but is evaluated case by case. Consult with a copyright lawyer for specific advice.

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I want to make an app that uses a library of lines from various movies. Is that legal?
Hello ****! The legality of this largely depends on copyright laws, which vary by location. Could you please let me know where you are based?
California
Hello ****, creating an app using movie lines can be tricky due to copyright laws:
- U.S. copyright laws protect original works, including movie scripts.
- Unauthorized use may be considered infringement.
- Fair use is an exception but is evaluated case by case.
Please consult with a copyright lawyer for specific advice.