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List Down The Different Classification Rating Used in Television and Film A. Movie Classification Ratings

The document discusses different classification ratings used for television and films. It lists the movie ratings of G, PG, R-13, R-16, and R-18 which provide guidance on appropriate age levels for viewing content. It also lists television ratings of G, PG, and SPG which provide parental guidance on suitable age levels. The document notes that the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) is the Philippine government agency responsible for implementing these classification ratings and reviewing television programs, movies, and home videos to encourage high quality entertainment suitable for different age groups.

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List Down The Different Classification Rating Used in Television and Film A. Movie Classification Ratings

The document discusses different classification ratings used for television and films. It lists the movie ratings of G, PG, R-13, R-16, and R-18 which provide guidance on appropriate age levels for viewing content. It also lists television ratings of G, PG, and SPG which provide parental guidance on suitable age levels. The document notes that the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) is the Philippine government agency responsible for implementing these classification ratings and reviewing television programs, movies, and home videos to encourage high quality entertainment suitable for different age groups.

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Bebar, Anne Marielle F.

Media & Information Literacy January 7, 2019

1. List down the different classification rating used in Television and Film

A. Movie Classification Ratings:

G Viewers of all ages are admitted. A “G” classification advises parents or supervising
adults that the film is suitable for all audiences.

PG Viewers below 13 years old must be accompanied by a parent or supervising


adult. A “PG” classification advises parents or supervising adults that the film may contain
any of the elements whose treatment is suitable for children below 13 years of age.

R-13 Only viewers who are 13 years old and above can be admitted. An “R-13”
classification advises parents, supervising adults, or the would-be viewers themselves, that
the film may contain any of the elements that may not be suitable for children below 13 years
of age.

R-16 Only viewers who are 16 years old and above can be admitted. An “R-16”
classification advises parents and supervising adults that the film may contain any of the
elements that may not be suitable for children below 16 years of age.

R-18 Only viewers who are 18 years old and above can be admitted. An “R-18”
classification advises viewers, parents, and supervising adults that the film may contain any
of the elements that may not be suitable for children below 18 years of age.

B. Television Classification Ratings:

G Suitable for all ages. Material for television which in the judgment of the Board does not
contain anything unsuitable for children.

PG Parental guidance suggested. Material for television, which, in the judgment of the
Board, may contain some adult material that may be permissible for children to watch but
only under the guidance and supervision of a parent or adult.

SPG Stronger and more vigilant parental guidance is suggested. Programs classified as
“SPG” may contain more serious topic and theme, which may not be advisable for children to
watch except under the very vigilant guidance and presence of a parent or an adult.

2. What agency is responsible for the implementation of these classification ratings and what are
their primary roles?

The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board or known as MTRCB is a
Philippine government agency under the Office of the President of the Philippines that is
responsible for the classification and review of television programs, movies and home videos.
The MTRCB aims to afford the public exemplary exhibitions of movie and television with the
purpose of encouraging production of globally-competitive movies/exhibitions, which should be
both entertaining and artistic, in order to raise the standard of art for the general public.

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