The term "B movie" is now used for any film that's made with limited resources. But cheap doesn't mean bad, so while some of these movies are pretty rough, others did incredible things with small budgets. One thing they all have in common, though, is that they're entertaining as hell.

What does "b-rated" mean?

'B' ratings indicate that material default risk is present, but a limited margin of safety remains. Financial commitments are currently being met; however, capacity for continued payment is vulnerable to deterioration in the business and economic environment.

What are 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.

What are D rated movies?

What makes a movie a B movie?

The characteristics of B-films included low budgets, tight shooting schedules, formulaic scripts, relatively short running times, and minimal production design. (Read Martin Scorsese's Britannica essay on film preservation.) B-films existed because of the exhibition practices of the Golden Age.

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Are B movies any good?

The term "B movie" is now used for any film that's made with limited resources. But cheap doesn't mean bad, so while some of these movies are pretty rough, others did incredible things with small budgets. One thing they all have in common, though, is that they're entertaining as hell.

What is P & A in movies?

After setting a release date, the distributor works towards the theatrical release, investing in the materials and the marketing campaign to support it. The costs of theatrical distribution, met by local distributors, are often referred to as 'P&A', or Prints and Advertising.

What are F-rated movies?

Founded by Holly Tarquini in 2014, the F-Rating is used like a Fair trade stamp to give film lovers an easily identifiable label so they can choose films that fairly represent women on screen and behind the camera. The F-Rating is applied to all films which are directed by women and/or written by women.

What is higher than rated R?

NC-17. 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.

Why is anyone but you rated R?

Rated R for language throughout, sexual content and brief graphic nudity.

What is R grade movie?

R: Restricted, Children Under 17 Require Accompanying Parent or Adult Guardian. This rating means the film contains adult material such as adult activity, harsh language, intense graphic violence, drug abuse and nudity.

Can a 12 year old watch M-rated movies?

Mature (M)

They can have content such as violence and themes that requires a mature outlook. Children under the age of 15 may legally access this content. Parents and guardians may need to find out more about the content in a film or computer game before deciding whether it is suitable for a child in their care.

What is the most strict movie rating?

NC-17 - No One 17 and Under Admitted

Signifies that the rating board believes that most American parents would feel that the film is patently adult and that children age 17 and under should not be admitted to it.

Is Rated M higher than R?

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.

What age is rated B-movie for?

B - Suitable for adults; persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.

What is the rating B BB BBB?

'BBB' National Ratings denote a moderate level of default risk relative to other issuers or obligations in the same country or monetary union. 'BB' National Ratings denote an elevated default risk relative to other issuers or obligations in the same country or monetary union.

What age is NR?

NR stands for Not Rated. Usually, movies rated NR hasn't submitted for rating. This kind of movies are uncut or have extended scenes that might not be suitable to minors.

Is Rated R worse then PG-13?

A G rating would mean there's no content that parents would be concerned about, a PG rating means there's some content that parents may want to know about, a PG-13 rating indicates there's even more content that families may not find appropriate and R means the film has adult content (same with NC-17).

Is rated R 18+ or 17+?

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. 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.

Can PG-13 movies say the F word?

Using the F-word in PG-13/12A movies - IMDb. The restrictions set by the Us ratings board mean the F-word can only be used once in a PG-13 movie.

Why are some movies rated S?

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.

What is triple F rated?

Triple F-rated: Used for any title which meets all three of the F-rated criteria: directed by a woman, written by a woman and features significant women on screen in their own right.

What does PTA stand for in movies?

Paul Thomas Anderson (born June 26, 1970), also known by his initials PTA, is an American filmmaker. His accolades include nominations for eleven Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and eight BAFTA Awards (winning one for Best Original Screenplay).

What do box office legs mean?

Legs is a term used to refer to how well a film holds onto its box office day to day and week to week. Positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth can help lengthen a film's legs, but genre and target audience is also important here.

What does PDA stand for in movies?

Public displays of affection, or “PDA,” for short, is a term often used to describe how couples show affection towards each other in public spaces.