Title
MTRCB Movie Classification Guidelines 1994
Law
Mtrcb
Decision Date
Sep 26, 1994
The MTRCB establishes a comprehensive film classification system with five categories—G, PG 7, PG 13, R 18, and X—detailing content guidelines to ensure age-appropriate viewing and protect minors from unsuitable material.
A

Classification "PG 7" (Parental Guidance 7 or Pambata for Ages 7 and up)

  • Films may have material unsuitable for children under 7; children 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Mild and contextually relevant expletives allowed; obscene language prohibited.
  • Discreet sensual references allowed within family life context.
  • Mild violence permitted if appropriate; no graphic or bloody content.
  • No depiction of drug/alcohol use; only discreet references to suicide/euthanasia allowed.

Classification "PG 13" (Parental Guidance or Pang Tineydyer for ages 13 and up)

  • Suitable for viewers 13 and older with no adult companion required.
  • Contains material inappropriate for under 13.
  • Intermittent cuss words allowed but not in sexual context; obscene language forbidden.
  • Some non-sexual nudity germane to storyline allowed; discreet sensual indications permitted.
  • Violence must not be rough or persistent.
  • Inexplicit drug use allowed but not portrayed favorably.
  • No explicit or favorable depiction of suicide.

Classification "R 18" (For Adults Only or Pang Wastong Gulang)

  • Restricted to persons 18 years and older.
  • Contains definite adult material but not obscene or pornographic.
  • Hard/profane language may appear but not excessively.
  • Brief nudity and sensual scenes allowed if relevant; explicit sex scenes prohibited.
  • Hard violence allowed but not excessive.
  • Drug abuse may be shown but must not be portrayed favorably.
  • No overly explicit scenes of suicide.

Classification "X" (Disapproval or Bawal)

  • Films that are immoral, indecent, unlawful, or against good custom.
  • Pose clear danger to public order or legitimate public interest.
  • Includes films advocating subversion, insurrection, rebellion, or sedition.
  • Includes films glorifying criminals or encouraging crimes.
  • Includes films encouraging drug trafficking or use.
  • Includes films serving only to satisfy market demand for violence or pornography.
  • Such films are disapproved for public viewing.

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