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How movie ratings are determined?
Ratings are assigned by a board of parents who consider factors such as violence, sex, language and drug use, then assign a rating they believe the majority of American parents would give a movie.
Can you get into a rated R movie with someone over 18?
Yes, you have to be 18 or older to take a minor to see an R-rated movie, as long as you have photo ID, driver’s license or state ID that has both your photo and your birthday on it, and you remain in the theater with them to see the movie and not just drop them off.
Who can go to PG-13 movies?
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. This rating is a stronger caution for parents that content included may not be appropriate for children under 13 (pre-teen ages). This may include stronger language, extended violence or sexual situations and drug-use.
What does it mean when a movie is rated G?
A G-rated motion picture contains nothing in theme, language, nudity, sex, violence or other matters that, in the view of the Rating Board, would offend parents whose younger children view the motion picture. The G rating is not a “certificate of approval,” nor does it signify a “children’s” motion picture.
What are the strangest things that could earn a film an R?
From joints to jump scares, here are some of the strangest things that could earn a film an R rating. In the wake of Nora Ephron, Nancy Meyers became one of the biggest names in romantic comedy, creating picture perfect worlds with bantering couples, smoldering tension, and of course, ridiculously beautiful houses and kitchens.
How important are film ratings?
From the kid-friendly G all the way to the big bad NC-17, ratings play an important part in a film’s performance, as most moviegoers check out a film’s rating before they decide whether or not they’re going to purchase a ticket.
What does it mean when a film is not yet rated?
If a film has not yet been assigned a final rating, the label This Film Is Not Yet Rated is used in trailers and television commercials. The MPA also rates film trailers, print advertising, posters, and other media used to promote a film. This section has multiple issues.