New age classification
You're referring to the new age classification system!
In 2020, the Motion Picture Association (MPA) introduced a new age classification system, which is designed to be more nuanced and accurate in its ratings. The new system replaces the traditional G, PG, PG-13, R, and NC-17 ratings with a more detailed and descriptive system.
Here's a breakdown of the new age classification system:
- G: General Audiences - suitable for all ages.
- PG: Parental Guidance - suitable for all ages, but may contain some mild thematic elements, brief language, or suggestive humor.
- PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned - suitable for ages 13 and older, but may contain some mature themes, brief strong language, or suggestive content.
- R: Restricted - suitable for ages 17 and older, but may contain strong language, violence, or mature themes.
- NC-17: No One 17 and Under Admitted - suitable for ages 18 and older, but may contain explicit content, graphic violence, or strong sexual themes.
- Unrated: Not Rated - not assigned a rating by the MPA.
The new system also includes additional descriptors to provide more context about the content of a film. These descriptors can include:
- Mature themes: dealing with complex or mature issues, such as death, loss, or social issues.
- Brief strong language: occasional use of strong language, such as profanity or obscenity.
- Suggestive content: innuendo, suggestive humor, or brief nudity.
- Violence: depiction of violence, including graphic or intense scenes.
- Sexual content: depiction of sexual activity, including nudity or explicit scenes.
These descriptors are intended to help parents and guardians make informed decisions about the movies their children watch.