Unauthorized Copying
Unauthorized copying of the film was widespread. An early version taped at a cinema was distributed using the peer-to-peer file sharing protocol BitTorrent. The distributors expressed unhappiness and suggested potential legal action, but according to the Sunday Herald, Moore's responded, "I don't have a problem with people downloading the movie and sharing it with people as long as they're not trying to make a profit off of my labor". A "mint copy" of the film possibly appeared on the Lions Gate website itself, reported The Inquirer. Unlicensed screenings were also held in Cuba.
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