What does M rating mean?

Mature (M)

Films and computer games classified M (Mature) contain content of a moderate impact. M-rated films and computer games are not recommended for children under the age of 15. They include portrayals of elements such as violence and themes that require a mature outlook.

Can a 12 year old watch M rated movies NZ?

Are 'M' rated films age-restricted? No. While 'M' rated films indicate the content may be more suitable for older teens, it is not a legal restriction.

Is M rating the same as R?

An R-rated film may contain "adult themes, adult activity, hard language, intense or persistent violence, sexually-oriented nudity, drug abuse or other elements." On the other hand, titles given an M rating may have content that includes "intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content and/or strong language."

Is M or MA15+ worse?

M films are recommended for people aged 15 or older. A person needs to be 15 or older to see an MA 15+ film. The content is strong and unsuitable for people aged under 15. However people under 15 can see an MA 15+ film if accompanied by their parent or an adult guardian.

Can a 15 year old watch MA15+?

The MA15+ classification

MA15+ films are not suitable for people under 15 as the content is strong in impact. A person aged under 15 cannot be admitted to a MA15+ film in a cinema or purchase or hire these films and games unless they are accompanied by his or her parent or adult guardian.

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How old is rated R?

An R rated film is unsuitable for children. In this case, content is not suitable for minors. Those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult (at least 18 years old). It may include strong brutal and graphic violence (including blood), excessive strong language, strong nudity, and drug use.

What age is G rated?

These are categories classified by EIRIN (Film Classification and Rating Committee) to restrict viewers' ages. G: Appropriate for people of all ages. PG 12: Parental guidance is required for children under the age of 12.

Can a 12 year old watch M rated movies?

M-rated films and computer games are not recommended for children under the age of 15. They include portrayals of elements such as violence and themes that require a mature outlook. However, children under the age of 15 may legally access this material as the classification rating is an advisory category.

Can a 16 year old watch TV Ma?

TV-MA. This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 17.

What age can watch M?

Mature (M) Classification is recommended for people aged 15 years and over. Programs classified M contain material that is considered to be potentially harmful or disturbing to those under 15 years. Depictions and references to classifiable elements may contain detail.

Which is worse rated R or M?

Rated G: Suggested for general audiences. Rated M: Suggested for mature audiences - Parental discretion advised. Rated R: Restricted – Persons under 16 not admitted, unless accompanied by parent or adult guardian. Rated X: Persons under 16 not admitted.

Should a 12 year old watch PG-13 movies?

According to the Motion Picture Association, the PG-13 label means the movie is fine for kids over the age of thirteen. It may not, however, be appropriate for children under thirteen because of language, violence, nudity, and other mature content.

Can a 17 year old watch a rated R movie?

You must be at least 17 with a photo ID, which includes your birth date, to purchase a ticket for yourself for an R rated movie. If you are under 17, or do not have a photo ID, your parent must come to the theatre to purchase your ticket for an R rated movie.

Why is Harry Potter M rated?

The reason that it is rated a lot higher than the first 3 movies is because, as in the 4th movie, there is a character death and more adult themes. The book itself is a lot darker and is quite political.

Why is Harry Potter 4 rated M?

MPAA explanation: sequences of fantasy violence and frightening images.

What is rated T?

Titles rated T (Teen) have content that may be suitable for ages 13 and older. Titles in this category may contain violence, suggestive themes, crude humor, minimal blood, simulated gambling, and/or infrequent use of strong language.

What does V mean on Disney plus?

This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 17. This program may contain one or more of the following: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V).

Can TV-14 say the F word?

There are several companies or TV stations not subject to the FCC's rules that have broken the general implied rule that "crude indecent" language (ex. multiple F-bombs) is not allowed at a TV-14 rating.

Is Y7 worse than g?

Equivalent to soft G for movies and former EC and current soft E for video games. TV-Y7 (Directed To Older Children) This program is designed for children age 7 and above. It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make-believe and reality.

What does Y mean on Netflix?

Kids. TV-Y. Designed to be appropriate for all children. TV-Y7. Suitable for ages 7 and up.

Is R-rated a 15?

R - Restricted: no-one under 16 (later 17) admitted unless accompanied by an adult.

What age is Ma?

The ratings are meant to help parents decide which shows they should let their kids watch. TV MA means for “Mature Audience Only”. The show is intended for adults, and is likely unsuitable for children under the age of 17. There may be bad language, explicit sexual activity and/or graphic violence.

What is B rated movie?

B movie. A B movie is a low-budget commercial motion picture that is not definitively an arthouse or pornographic film. In its original usage, during the Golden Age of Hollywood, the term more precisely identified a film intended for distribution as the less-publicized, bottom half of a double feature.

What swear words are allowed in PG?

At PG, we only allow 'mild bad language'. If words are used in an aggressive or very frequent way, then this might result in the content being rated higher.

Why is the call Rated R?

The Call is rated R by the MPAA for violence, disturbing content and some language. This additional information about the movie's content is taken from the notes of various Canadian Film Classification boards: Violence: - Frequent explicit violence.