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. R 15+: People aged 15 and above will be admitted.

What does the 15 mean in cinema?

What does the 15 symbol mean? No-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema. 15 rated works are not suitable for children under 15 years of age.

Can a 12 year old watch a 15 film with parents?

(12A) 12A No-one younger than 12 may see a '12A' film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Responsibility for allowing under-12s to view lies with the accompanying or supervising adult. (15) 15 No-one younger than 15 may see a '15' film in a cinema.

Can a 12 year old watch a 15A movie?

15A: While the film is considered suitable only for children aged 15 or over, a child under age 15 may be admitted to see the film if he/she is accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Do you need ID for a 15 film?

Your 'Age card' will prove that you are of suitable age to watch films with age-restricted certificates. Without an 'Age card' or a physical form of ID, our staff may reasonably refuse entry if you are unable to prove you are old enough to watch the film.

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Can a 13 year old watch a 15 film with parents at the cinema?

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.

Can a 15 year old see an R movie?

Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over the age of 21 for R-rated movies. I.D. is required for proof of age. Children under 6 years of age are not permitted into R-rated features at all.

Can you go to a 15 with an adult?

Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the Ratings info for that film in advance. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema.

What does 15 age rating mean?

Suitable only for 15 years and over. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a 15 rated video work. May have fairly mature themes. May contain (frequent) strong language, strong violence, strong sex references, nudity without graphic detail and hard drugs.

What does 16 mean at cinema?

(15A) 15A Films classified '15A' are considered to be suitable for those of fifteen and upwards. They may also be seen by younger children provided a parent or adult guardian accompanies them. (16) 16 No-one younger than 16 may see a '16' film in a cinema.

Does under 15 include 15?

No. You are in fact actually fifteen at age fifteen. Fourteen and below would be considered as under fifteen.

Can a 15 year old watch a 15+ movie?

Films and computer games classified MA 15+ are legally restricted to people aged 15 and over. They can contain content such as sex scenes and drug use that may have a strong impact on the viewer. A person may be asked to show proof of their age before purchasing, hiring or viewing an MA 15+ film or computer game.

How do I get into a 15 movie?

Ask the theater employees if you can see an age-restricted movie if an adult comes with you. Then, ask your parents, older siblings, or friends if they'll go with you. Or, buy the ticket yourself by appearing older. Wear clothes that are more mature and fit you well, then approach the ticket counter confidently.

What age is rated U?

Uc and U Classification

It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. But a 'U' film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. U films should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror.

What age is M?

Films classified M (Mature) contain content of a moderate impact and are recommended for teenagers aged 15 years and over. Children under 15 may legally access this material because it is an advisory category.

Is 15 a child at the cinema?

Anyone 5 years and over can be admitted to films classified as U or PG. Children under 12 can be admitted to films classified as 12A but only if accompanied by an adult (i.e. someone over the age of 18). Nobody under the age of 15 can be admitted to films classified as 15.

Is Rated R ok for 13 year olds?

The R-rating doesn't ban children under 17 from a movie, it restricts them to watching it with a parent or guardian (and includes a recommendation that parents and guardians learn more before allowing their child to see the movie).

Is Rated R ok for 16 year olds?

Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older. Please be prepared to show an ID at the theatre. Parents are strongly urged to find out more about R-rated motion pictures in determining their suitability for their children.

Can you see drugs in a 15 rated film?

Can you see drugs in a 15 rated film or video? At 15 drug taking may be shown but the work as a whole must not promote or encourage drug misuse (for example, through instructional detail). The misuse of easily accessible and highly dangerous substances like aerosols or solvents is unlikely to be acceptable at 15.

Is 15 still a minor?

In the United States as of 1971, minor is generally legally defined as a person under the age of 18. However, in the context of alcohol or gambling laws (see legal drinking age and gambling age), people under the age of 21 may also sometimes be referred to as minors.

Can you go into a 15 movie with your parents?

If the rating is there, it is to advise parents a 15-rated movie may not be suitable for children under 15.

Am I an adult at 14?

Most countries set the age of majority at 18, but some jurisdictions have a higher age and others lower. The word majority here refers to having greater years and being of full age as opposed to minority, the state of being a minor. The law in a given jurisdiction may not actually use the term "age of majority".

Can my 14 year old watch a 15 film?

If the rating is there, it is to advise parents a 15-rated movie may not be suitable for children under 15. But it would also depend on the maturity of the said 13-year-old.

Does Cinemark check ID?

You must be at least 17 years of age (18 in some states) or have a parent or legal guardian accompany you to view the movie. Valid ID's will be required to attend R-Rated movies, and will be checked at the theatre.

Can a 17 year old take a 16 year old to an R movie?

AMC Requires Adult Supervision For Guests Under 17 in R-Rated Movies. AMC policies specific to R-Rated titles include children under 6 are not allowed at R-Rated movies after 6pm at any theatre. Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older. Please be prepared to show ID at the theatre.