Laws on Copyright Protection for Cinematographic Works in Cyberspace: A Qualitative Study from Vietnam

Abstract

In recent years, along with the development of social networks, many challenges have arisen in protecting copyright for digital works, especially cinematic works. Accordingly, in Vietnam there have been many cases of copyright infringement but not absolutely protected. For example: cinematic works are shared on internet platforms without the consent of the producer, audiences through livestreams have shown the works on social platforms or the audience reviews the details of the works, which causes the sales of the above works to decrease... Although the Government of Vietnam has issued many mechanisms to protect cinematographic works in the context of digital technology development. However, implementation still faces many difficulties. Through qualitative research, the article will clarify issues related to copyright protection measures for cinematographic works through administrative and civil measures in Vietnam. Beside that, the authors will provide recommendations and solutions to improve the copyright protection mechanism for cinematic works in cyberspace in Vietnam in the current context.