Ok.ru’s Terms of Service and Copyright Policy (based on Russian law and international treaties) include:
| Scenario | Likely OK.ru Treatment | Compliance Actions | |----------|-----------------------|--------------------| | A. Uploading the full‑length film (official 103‑min file) | Immediate removal (copyright infringement). The platform’s automated fingerprinting (Content ID‑style) will flag the upload, and a DMCA‑style notice will be sent to the uploader. | Obtain a distribution license from the rights holder (e.g., Gaumont) and provide proof to OK.ru’s “Rights Management” portal before uploading. | | B. Posting a 2‑minute excerpt for analysis (e.g., “The swap scene”) | May be allowed under fair‑use‑like provisions if the clip is used for commentary, criticism, or education, and it is not the “core” of the work. | Add clear commentary, credit the original (Gaumont), and keep the excerpt under 30‑seconds if possible (the safer zone). Tag the video as “educational” and use the “non‑commercial” flag in the upload form. | | C. Adding fan‑made subtitles (French → Russian) to short clips | Allowed provided the clip length is short (< 30 s) and the subtitle is non‑commercial. | Include a disclaimer: “Subtitles created for fan‑translation; no profit intended; original rights belong to Gaumont.” | | D. Hosting a “watch‑party” live‑stream where users collectively view the film from a legal source | Permitted if the source is licensed (e.g., a paid streaming service that allows public performance). The stream must be geoblocked to Russia if the source license restricts distribution. | Verify the streaming agreement, enable geo‑restriction, and display the license information on the live‑stream page. | | E. Posting memes that quote a single line from the film (e.g., “C’est pas la mer à boire”) | Generally allowed; single short quotes are considered “short excerpt” and fall under quotation exception. | No special action needed, but credit the film in the caption is courteous. | | F. Writing a political analysis that uses the film as a metaphor for class inequality | Allowed as political commentary; must not contain extremist language or calls to violence. | Ensure the text does not contain prohibited extremist terminology; use the “political content” tag if the platform asks. | la vie est un long fleuve tranquille 1988 ok.ru regulations
| Pillar | Key Provisions | Practical Effect on UGC | |--------|----------------|--------------------------| | Copyright & Intellectual Property | Must remove unlicensed audiovisual works upon rights‑holder request within 24 h. | Uploads of full‑length films are prohibited unless a license is demonstrated. | | Political & Social Content | Content deemed “politically sensitive” (e.g., criticism of state institutions) may be restricted; “propaganda” labeling applies. | Satirical commentary is allowed if not extremist; however, algorithmic filters may flag high‑engagement political discussion. | | Adult / Harmful Content | Age‑gating required for material with profanity, sexual innuendo, or violence. | Videos with explicit language may be age‑restricted or muted automatically. | | User‑Generated Derivative Works | Fan‑subtitles, remix videos, “reaction” formats allowed under “fair‑use‑like” exemptions if non‑commercial, credit is given, and the original is not fully reproduced. | Short clips (< 30 s) for commentary usually pass moderation. | | Data & Privacy | Personal data of minors (< 14) cannot be collected without parental consent. | Live‑streaming of film view‑parties must ensure no minors are captured without consent. | | Obtain a distribution license from the rights holder (e