Just an FYI, the MPAA has announced that they will soon be updating their website with a lot more detailed information on how they rate their films including the availability of the following:
- For the first time, CARA will post the ratings rules on the MPAA Web site, describing the standards for each rating. The ratings and appeal processes also will be described in detail, along with a link to paperwork needed to submit a film for a rating.
- Most members of the ratings board will remain anonymous, although CARA will describe the demographic make-up of the board, which is composed of parents. The names of the three senior raters have always been public; now, they will be posted online.
- There will be a new explanation on R-rated films designed to give parents, as well as theater staff, additional info on the films and the nature of their content. However, anyone under 17 would still be allowed into any R-rated movie if they were accompanied by an adult.
There will also be some new rules, most important of which states that a filmmaker who appeals a rating can reference similar scenes in other movies, although the appeals board still will focus heavily on context. Once the new rules are announced we will be sure to update the RopeofSilicon MPAA page.
Now to the new ratings.
Rated R For strong violence, terror and disturbing images, language, some nudity and drug content.
Release Date: TBA 2007
Rated R For pervasive strong brutal violence, and for language.
Release Date: April 27, 2007
Rated PG-13 For sequences of terror and violence, and some sensuality. (Re-rated on appeal from previous R-rating.)
Release Date: April 13, 2007
Rated PG-13 For sexual content, nudity, language and some drinking – all involving teens.
Release Date: TBA 2007
You can always stay up-to-date on all the latest updates to our database right here.
