Copyright Criminals

"Copyright Criminals" is a 2009 documentary that examines the creative and commercial value of musical sampling, exploring debates over artistic expression, copyright law, and money in the hip-hop industry. The film features interviews with influential hip-hop figures such as Public Enemy's Chuck D, De La Soul, George Clinton, and Aesop Rock, among others. Through their stories, the documentary sheds light on the history of sampling, from its early days to its current status as a multibillion-dollar industry.