M is an advisory classification The content is moderate in impact. M films are not recommended for people aged under 15 as a level of maturity is required. MA 15+ is a legally restricted classification The content is strong in impact. MA 15+ films are not suitable for people aged under 15.

What does MA 15 rating mean?

Mature Accompanied (MA 15+)

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 makes a film a 15?

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 age is M rating suitable for?

M - suitable for mature audiences 16 years of age and over

Examples of the symbols for restricted classifications are: 18 - restricted to persons 18 years and over.

What are M ratings for movies?

M is given to films and games that can be shown to anyone but are more suitable for mature audiences. This is most often done under the cross-rating system.

G PG M MA15+ R18+

What is movie rating M vs Ma?

M is an advisory classification The content is moderate in impact. M films are not recommended for people aged under 15 as a level of maturity is required. MA 15+ is a legally restricted classification The content is strong in impact. MA 15+ films are not suitable for people aged under 15.

What rating is higher than M?

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).

Can 15 year olds watch 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.

Is m or R13 higher?

M means that anyone can view the film but it is more suitable for mature audiences 16 years and over. R13 means that the film is restricted to persons who have obtained the age of 13 years or over.

Is Rated M like Rated R?

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.

Can I take my 12 year old to see a 15 film?

(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.

Do you have to show ID for a 15 film?

No one under 15 is allowed. Photo Id will be required for those who look under 17.

Is R rated a 15?

Restricted: R - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material.

Is PG 13 the same as M?

Mature (M) - Not recommended for children under 15.

The content is moderate in impact. Equivalent to PG-13 for movies, T for video games and low TV-14 for television.

Is TV-MA lower than rated R?

TV-Ma and R rated are the same. They are both very extreme in their amounts of violence, cussing, or sexual content. The difference being TV-Ma is for TV shows and R rated is for Movies. R rated and TV-MA are both recommended for 18+ unless you have Parental Guidance (I know that for TV shows they don't control that).

What is the rating R21?

R21 (restricted 21) – Strictly for adults aged 21 and above. Films under this category are restricted to be screened in licensed venues only.

Is R13 enough for walls?

Depending on where you live and the part of your home you're insulating (walls, crawlspace, attic, etc.), you'll need a different R-Value. Typical recommendations for exterior walls are R-13 to R-23, while R-30, R-38 and R-49 are common for ceilings and attic spaces.

Is R rating worse than Ma?

TV-MA is a more severe rating than R. TV-MA is the equivalent of NC-17 in the US. Note that R and MA are used by two different groups. The MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) uses a rating system that you can review here where R is the second most severe, coming up behind NC-17.

What are the rules for MA15+?

The MA15+ classification

MA15+ films and games 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.

Can a 14 year old watch a MA15+ movie?

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. Cinemas may verify a person's age before they provide access to an MA 15+ or R 18+ film.

Can under 15 watch a 15?

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.

Why is high on life rated M?

Overall, I was impressed with "High on Life" but I would not recommend it to anyone under the age of 18. The game is not suitable for young people due to its mature themes and graphic violence. It's a game that is both fun and thought-provoking but it's not for everyone.

What was the first R-rated movie?

The first R-rated movie was “The Split,” a 1968 noir starring Jim Brown and Gene Hackman. From The World-Herald archive, an ad for "The Split," the first R-rated movie. The X rating basically just meant “not rated,” and restricted anyone under a certain age, even if they had an adult guardian with them.

Is NC-17 worse than R?

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. Blonde is set to stream on Netflix soon.