Lindiwe, a filmmaker, produces a short documentary and uploads it to a video-sharing platform. What is the status of copyright protection for Lindiwe's documentary?
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Copyright protection automatically applies to Lindiwe's documentary as soon as it is created and fixed in a tangible form, such as when it is uploaded to the video-sharing platform. Lindiwe is the owner of the copyright in her documentary, which means she has the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, perform, and display her work. Lindiwe can also choose to license or sell her copyright to others if she wishes.