What is R-rated in Britain?

An R-rated film requires someone under the age of seventeen to be accompanied by an adult, and a BBFC 15 rating will only permit those who are fifteen and above to watch the film. It doesn't matter if you have an adult accompanying you or not.

What is R rating in Britain?

The only major difference is the R rating, which has no direct equivalent - although most R-rated films get a 15 certificate, in Britain under-15s are not admitted even with an accompanying adult.

What is an A rated movie in UK?

A (1912-1982) - This stood for 'Adult', and denoted that the film might contain material unsuitable for children. From 1923 to 1970 children were required to be accompanied by adults. The A certificate was replaced by the PG certificate in 1982.

What is pg13 in UK?

PG-13. adjective [ not gradable ] (of movies) possibly unsuitable for children under the age of 13 because of sex, violence, or bad language.

What is the 15 rating in the UK?

15 – for 15 year-olds and over

No one younger than 15 can go and see a 15 rated film in the cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a 15 rated video, DVD or download.

The R Rating From a British Person’s Perspective

What is the difference between 15 and 18 rating UK?

The main difference between a 15 and an 18 rated film is the level of graphic or explicit detail shown, for example, if a film contains violence in a 15, a character may get hurt, but his injuries won't be shown in graphic detail, compared to an 18 film.

What is the difference between a 12 and 15 rating?

The content of films with a 15 age rating is stronger in terms of discriminatory language and behaviour, drug taking, sex and violence, and these are all elements that parents tell us are not acceptable for children aged around 12.

What is the R rating in the US?

R: RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

What does M rating mean in Australia?

Mature (M)

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.

What does PG 12 mean UK?

PG 12: Parental guidance is required for children under the age of 12. R 15+: People aged 15 and above will be admitted.

What is higher than an R-rated movie?

MPAA has five rating categories

The new ratings system began with four categories: G (general audiences), M (mature audiences, changed in 1969 to PG, parental guidance suggested), R (restricted, no children under 17 allowed without parents or adult guardians), and X (no one under 17 admitted).

Are there C rated movies?

C grade movies are ones that are generally considered average. They may have a few good scenes or moments, but they are mostly forgettable.

Is a 16+ rating same as R?

Rated R: Restricted – Persons under 16 not admitted, unless accompanied by parent or adult guardian.

What is R-rated in Europe?

An R rated film in the UK is a movie that has been given an age rating of 18 by the British Board of Film Classification. This means that it is not suitable for anyone younger than 18 years old, as it may contain violence, sexual content, or strong language.

What is R18 rating UK?

Films rated R18 are to be shown only in specially licensed cinemas, or supplied only in licensed sex shops, and to adults of not less than 18 years. The 'R18' category is a special and legally restricted classification primarily for explicit works of consenting sex between adults.

What is UK G rating?

Shows with the 'G' symbol may have been first shown on telly after the 9pm watershed and/or may contain some language, violence, sexual scenes, nudity, adult humour or other material that you may not wish your kids to watch.

What does t rated mean?

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 is the T rating?

the T Rating is often disregarded or overlooked. By definition it is a measure of the time it takes for any thermocouple on the unexposed side (the side of the assembly away from the fire) to reach a temperature 325°F above the temperature of this thermocouple prior to the start of the test.

What does ma15+ restricted mean?

MA 15+ rated material contains strong content and is legally restricted to people over the age of 15. It contains elements such as sex scenes and drug use that could have a strong impact on the viewer.

What age is rated R in Canada?

R – Restricted – Admittance restricted to people 18 years of age or older.

Is the Joker rated R?

Joker is rated R by the MPAA for strong bloody violence, disturbing behavior, language and brief sexual images.

Is rated R worse than NC-17?

The MPA gave the movie an NC-17 rating "for some sexual content." NC-17 is a higher classification than an R rating and means no one under 17 years old can be admitted to see the movie, whereas for rated-R films, those under 17 can see the movie with a parent or guardian.

What is 14 a rating in Canada?

14A. Suitable for persons 14 years of age or older. Persons under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

What is smile rated?

Rated R for strong violent content and grisly images, and language.

Is there a higher rating than R?

The NC-17 rating is the highest rating (even higher than the R-rating) that a film can be given, and it means the movie is for adults only (ages 18 and older) and no one age 17 or younger will be admitted. This rating, prior to 1990, was previously rated X.