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Don't pirate this film, or else

Written by Andre Yoskowitz @ 30 Dec 2012 10:35 User comments (16)

Don't pirate this film, or else

The creators of the new "John Dies at the End" film have created a particularly funny trailer asking people not to pirate their film, or else.
Over the years we have seen numerous anti-piracy ads created by groups like the MPAA and RIAA, most of which have bordered on ridiculous.

The most infamous of all-time is most likely the "You Wouldn't Steal a Car" series in which words fly out at the viewer stating that they since they wouldn't steal a car, or a handbag, they shouldn't steal films either.

Check the trailer here (thanks to Enigmax):

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130.12.2012 22:54
megadunderhead
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and people will still pirate this film because its a piece of garbage

230.12.2012 23:24
aldan
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thats putting it mildly.so if we pay for this crap,then they can make more crap so.....

331.12.2012 01:27
Ofnir1
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Silly as it is, I wonder if they're just trying to create some buzz around the internet. In other words, dirt cheap advertisement.

431.12.2012 01:28
aldan
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oh absolutely they are.

531.12.2012 13:07
Bozobub
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That's quite obvious, and they succeeded at least a little.

I think people should step back, however, and give them some credit. They were smart enough to create a digital delivery channel before the theatrical release, after all. Compare this to the major studios, who don't even release at the same time worldwide, much less create other distribution channels; at least not for several months to a year, maybe.

This is a step in the right direction for the movie industry, not that I expect the major movie houses to pay any attention.

631.12.2012 13:08
ruff469
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Made me wanna see it!! LOL

731.12.2012 13:38
tongs007
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Well i downloaded it earlier from the bay and i am still alive, saying that i haven't watched it yet, so..........

831.12.2012 14:09
ruff469
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Originally posted by tongs007:
 Well i downloaded it earlier from the bay and i am still alive, saying that i haven't watched it yet, so..........
LOL. Make sure you have a camera rolling with a note on the table telling the person that finds you dead body to post video on youtube just in case your head blows off! LMBAO

931.12.2012 14:11
dEwMe
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Well I never woulda heard of this movie barring this story on the warning. I can only give them half credit though because while I watched the warning I have no interest in the movie pirated or otherwise...

1031.12.2012 14:55
tongs007
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Originally posted by dEwMe:
 Well I never woulda heard of this movie barring this story on the warning. I can only give them half credit though because while I watched the warning I have no interest in the movie pirated or otherwise...
its actually a comedy,imdb link http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1783732/
also have the bay link if you want it, i am still here so its fair game.

1131.12.2012 15:32
Gradical
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hhahahahah preaty nice, it looks cheesy but its itching me to download it ahahahahaha

1231.12.2012 21:18
tongs007
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Watched it. Poo

131.1.2013 11:10
Bozobub
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What'd you expect from an indie horror film? I'll watch it, when I can get a legal copy, simply to reward a less-foolish approach to piracy.

144.1.2013 13:51
rrmk37
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Dont waste your time on this movie just pass it up.

154.1.2013 13:59
Bozobub
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Pass up a proper weed-smokin' violent, crazy B movie? I think not.

164.1.2013 19:07
ChappyTTV
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Originally posted by Bozobub:
 Pass up a proper weed-smokin' violent, crazy B movie? I think not.
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