The Patent Scam

The Patent Scam

Year: 2017

Runtime: 110 mins

Language: English

Documentary

This documentary explores the controversial world of patent trolls and the U.S. patent system. It reveals how seemingly obvious ideas are patented and then used to sue individuals and businesses, sometimes for everyday actions like clicking a hyperlink or sharing a Wi-Fi connection. The film exposes a multi-billion dollar industry operating in the shadows and the devastating impact it has on people’s lives and livelihoods, demonstrating how the system can be exploited for profit.

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