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Malicious Ratings and Defamation of Actors Could Lead to Civil Liability

Malicious Ratings and Defamation of Actors Could Lead to Civil Liability

Julian

2023-05-29


Recent discussions have arisen surrounding the family sitcom 'Home with Kids' due to suspected 'malicious' ratings. According to the Worker's Daily, many netizens have given the show a low rating of one star while degrading and attacking one of the main actors, Yang Zi.

Malicious Ratings and Defamation of Actors Could Lead to Civil Liability

Additionally, some internet users have noticed that 'Home with Kids' has become a trending TV series on real-time charts over a decade after its initial airing. This phenomenon has been deemed excessive as it extends conflicts between fan groups to classic works.

Malicious Ratings and Defamation of Actors Could Lead to Civil Liability

According to legal experts, Article 1024 of the Civil Code of the People's Republic of China grants individuals the right to reputation. Any organization or individual is prohibited from infringing upon someone's reputation through insults, defamation, or similar means.

Therefore, users engaging in malicious ratings may be liable for infringement and need to bear legal responsibility. Furthermore, those who engage in defamatory comments targeting actors may face civil compensation, administrative penalties, or even criminal punishment depending on the severity of their actions.


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