Copyright - elearning scenario

Fair use might allow you to do it! But you may have issues. Also depends on what country you are in.

You are probably best contacting the copyright holder.  They may not agree with the context it is being used or want to protect their copyright. It may be easier to Parody it with different names and similar imagery.

Thank you Phil for your prompt answer. I'll think we'll go for the parody. It will be easier, indeed.

The key question is where do we put the limit: will a mad scientist (white hair, nuclear outfit...) be too close? What about the DeLorean?

Do you habe any reference for this?

Although not a reference this is at least written by someone with a legal standing

https://fairuse.stanford.edu/overview/fair-use/what-is-fair-use/

It does mention parody, not sure it helps here, looks like what you are talking is the 'heart' of the work.

Perhaps combine with other popular fiction (Dr Who, Bill and Teds) and create your own characters.

OK, will do like you've suggested. We'll create a bespoke environment.

Thanks a lot.

G

I think it could be fun, a bit of time spent on narrative will pay off. I have built a few parody based courses (Indiana Jones, Superheroes) but have tried to stay away from using the characters involved.

Good Luck