Ethics and legislation surrounding fan fiction

Abstract

This article analyzes the production of fan fiction from a legal and ethical perspective, exploring two main challenges: copyright on the works that serve as inspiration and the image and integrity rights of public figures mentioned in these productions. Using a bibliographic methodology, the theoretical research consists of observing, interpreting and critically analyzing the theme of fan fiction as a complex practice in terms of legislation, thus seeking authors who can contribute to the final discussion. Thus, the article observes both ethical and moral sides of this theme, highlighting the relevance of fan fiction in society and, to the same extent, the importance of addressing intellectual property and the legal rights of the Brazilian Constitution in this regard. In this way, the work thinks in favor of an amateur production that is already very engaged in these issues and that has the necessary discernment.