"Everything we do creates a cause, which has an effect, for better or worse." These words from Simon McKay in The Wizard episode Twist of Fate are just as relevant now as they were 23 years ago. When fans and the general public create, copy and/or sell unauthorized and unlicensed video copies and other materials - even under the guise of "promotion" - this action creates a very negative effect for The Wizard.
Contrary to popular belief, being a fan does not entitle one to licensing rights, nor do property rights disappear when material in any form is uploaded to the internet. All material for The Wizard is the Intellectual Property Right of the series' cast and crew, and the Copyright Property of 20th Century Fox Studios. By that same token, all material on David Rappaport's official and tribute websites are the Intellectual Property of David Rappaport's family, and Copyright Property of the individuals and companies listed therein. Creating and selling/trading video copies, episode guides, etc., without a license is stealing, pure and simple. Removing pictures and information from The Wizard's official website and David Rappaport's websites without authorization is also stealing, pure and simple.
There are positive ways to promote The Wizard and the Rescue The Wizard campaign. Sending The Wizard's cast and crew, and 20th Century Fox Studios the message that fans only wish to show uncaring, disrespectful selfishness towards The Wizard is not it.
Currently, no one has the licensing rights to sell or trade any material from The Wizard, and no one has complete information on the series. Anyone selling/trading materials from The Wizard does not care about the series, only their own pocketbooks.
Think before you act. Maturity is not measured by chronological age, but rather by one's choice of actions and reactions.
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