Well, so do judges.
Because, he said, the darn thing was just too complicated!
Why did he change his mind?
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Because Fox and Warner Bros. asked him to.
More details on the ruling and what it means after the jump…
Indeed, Feess ruling includes a rather sarcastic footnote blasting Gordon for his conduct in resolving this dispute.
Our questioning, of course, rested on two assumptions: 1.
For them, Foxs desire to lay claim toWatchmengives them an excuse to vent.
But does any of this really have anything to do withWatchmen?
Fox deserves a break onWatchmen; according to Feess, their beef with Warner Bros. has always been legit.
How much will being right ultimately be worth to Fox?
Perhaps a lot; perhaps nothing at all.
Warner Bros. has been asking Feess to make one more crucial ruling in this case.
Judge, could you help us decide a fair price for Foxs rights?
In the meantime, there are anxieties, questions, and theories: Will Warner Bros. appeal?
If it does,Watchmens release could be held up by months.
If Warner Bros. doesnt appeal, what will Fox get in return?
A cash payout per Gordons original contract?
A cash payout plus penalties?
A share ofWatchmens total revenues?
Might Warner Bros. settle the lawsuit by selling or ceding the film to Fox?
