The MA 15+ rating was introduced in 1993, to flag content that was too strong for the M classification, but not so much so that the content should be restricted only to persons over the age of 18. The Office of Film and Literature Classification (OFLC) was reorganised in 1994, and oversaw the ACB.

Is there a difference between MA and MA15+?

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.

Do you have to be 15 to watch MA15?

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. A person may be asked to show proof of their age before purchasing or viewing an MA 15+ film or computer game.

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.

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.

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Is PG-13 the same as 13?

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. This rating is a stronger caution for parents that content included may not be appropriate for children under 13 (pre-teen ages). This may include stronger language, extended violence or sexual situations and drug-use.

Can a 11 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 14 year old go to a 15 film with a parent?

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.

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 a 13 year old watch a MA15+ movie by herself?

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.

Do you need ID for MA15 movies?

Bring Your Id

Photo ID is required as proof of age for MA15+ and R18+ rated films. Discounted tickets also require the presentation of the applicable discount card, including Seniors, Student and Concession.

What age is MA 15+ for?

Films classified MA 15+ are considered unsuitable for persons under 15 years of age. It is a legally restricted category. Consumer advice is additional information about the main content of a film which is intended to help consumers decide if they want to view this type of material.

Can I take my 12 year old to watch a 15?

In a nutshell: 15 is the age most parents said they'd let their child watch a 15-rated movie (we polled 1,427 people). Once your kids get a bit older, they often like to push the boundaries a bit - seeing if they can do things their older friends or siblings, do, for example.

Why is mid 90s rated ma?

A sexual encounter between young teens, including the young-looking 13-year-old main character, is shown right up until the point that nudity would occur and is described in some detail later. Teen characters drink a lot, drive drunk, and smoke both tobacco and pot.

Is Ma appropriate for 14 year old?

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

Is MA rated higher than R?

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.

Can a 16 year old get into an R-rated 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.

Can I take my child to an R-rated 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 a 13 year old take a 10 year old to a PG-13 movie?

Films rated PG13 is an advisory rating for parents to note there are scenes or themes unsuitable for younger children. However, there's no age restriction; so the parent can choose to allow or bring the child for the movie.

How do you prove your 15 at the cinema?

Can a 15 year old see a rated R movie by himself?

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.

What age can child go to cinema alone?

Help & Contact Us. Can my children go to the cinema unaccompanied? Children under 8 years old cannot attend a screening unaccompanied (regardless of film certification). They should be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or older.

Is PG OK for 3 year old?

General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.

Can I take my child to see a 15?

In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult. 15 - No-one younger than 15 may see a '15' film in a cinema. 18 - No-one younger than 18 may see an '18' film in a cinema.

Can a 15 year old watch normal people?

This series is unlikely to be viewed as a family but it certainly should be one that older teens/young adults get the opportunity to watch and perhaps discuss with their peers/teacher or parents.