The Patent Wars (2014)

Knowledge is a resource - just like petroleum

The Patent Wars (2014) poster

Did you know that you can patent colours, numbers, plants and animals – and that 20% of your genes are patented and owned by private corporations? In a creative investigation, filmmaker Hannah Leonie Prinzler uncovers who profits from intellectual property, and who bears the economic and social consequences.

Director: Hannah Leonie Prinzler
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
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Screenplay

Editing: Hannah Leonie Prinzler
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch, English, हिन्दी
Original Language: en

Keywords

social issues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Patent Wars about?
Did you know that you can patent colours, numbers, plants and animals – and that 20% of your genes are patented and owned by private corporations? In a creative investigation, filmmaker Hannah Leonie Prinzler uncovers who profits from intellectual property, and who bears the economic and social consequences.
Who directed The Patent Wars?
The Patent Wars was directed by Hannah Leonie Prinzler.
How long is The Patent Wars?
The Patent Wars has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is The Patent Wars?
The Patent Wars is a Documentary film.
Where was The Patent Wars produced?
The Patent Wars was produced in Germany.