Mark Frauenfelder writes: “Fritz Lang’s iconic 1927 silent film, Metropolis, is set to enter the public domain on January 1, 2023. This is great news for film fans around the world, who will now be able to freely access, view, and enjoy this beloved classic. With the film entering the public domain, Metropolis will now be available for filmmakers to use in creating their own projects.” Public domain has also made it possible for horror reimaginings of characters such as Bambi and Winnie the Pooh.