Critic of a film - amounts to defamation?
Pradeep S
(Querist) 02 May 2013
This query is : Resolved
Dear Experts,
Suppose I write a very detailed personal letter stating my likes, dislikes, weakness,etc. of a film directed by a famous and successful Director, can he file any case on me for defamation or otherwise?
Guest
(Expert) 02 May 2013
Not, unless any part of your writings defame him in person without your having any proof in support of your contention. Contrarily, if he finds sufficient material that is detrimental to his self respect, he can sue you on that account.
ajay sethi
(Expert) 02 May 2013
hypothetical query . no such article has been written by you . in any case as film critic you can state your views on the film .
Raj Kumar Makkad
(Expert) 02 May 2013
No. Your personal opinion has nothing to do with the defamation.
V R SHROFF
(Expert) 25 May 2013
If you write a very detailed personal letter stating UR likes, dislikes, weakness,etc. of a film directed HIM a famous and successful Director, He will not file any case on YOU for defamation or otherwise. On the contrary, he will thank you for taking personal interest and informing him your views.IT GIVES HIM OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE UPON.
GO AHEAD AND WRITE. ?
