Asked by: Amy Taylor

Is West Side Story suitable for a 12 year old?

West Side Story is rated PG-13 for some violence, strong language, thematic content, suggestive material and brief smoking by the MPAA which means it may not be suitable for kids under 13.

Is West Side Story appropriate for an 8 year old?

While the movie has some important lessons and is generally entertaining, there’s some violence that would make it inappropriate for kids under the age of 13 or so. There’s a sexual assault scene, gang fights, and several deaths.

Does West Side Story have inappropriate scenes?

Also, West Side Story has a couple of violent scenes that might not be good for kids 11+.

What does 12A mean in movies?

suitable for children aged 12 and over

The 12A rating is only used for films shown in cinemas. Films rated 12A are suitable for children aged 12 and over. However, people younger than 12 may see a 12A so long as they are accompanied by an adult. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.

How old should you be to watch West Side Story?

West Side Story Age Rating is PG-13 for some strong violence, strong language, thematic content, suggestive material, and brief smoking.

Is Dune OK for kids?

Dune is rated PG-13.

Dune has a rating of PG-13 for “sequences of strong violence, some disturbing images, and suggestive material.” ‘Dune’ is rated PG-13. Dune’s rating suggests the movie is appropriate for kids aged 13 and up, and this seems to be pretty accurate.

Why is free Guy PG-13?

It’s recommended for ages 13 and up. It contains giant-sized video game-type violence, with guns and shooting, explosions, car chases and crashes, fighting, and falling. The main character has a broken nose with some blood shown.

Why is West Side Story a 12A?

The BBFC has rated West Side Story a 12A for ‘moderate violence, discrimination, sexual threat, and implied strong language. ‘

Can a 13 year old watch a 12A film alone?

No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child.

Why is Spiderman a 12A?

The reason for the 12 was that the film contained a level of personal violence and a revenge theme that went beyond what was acceptable under the PG level BBFC Guidelines of the time, which only allowed: ‘Moderate violence without detail … if justified by its setting’.

Can a 12 year old watch a 15 film at the cinemas with a parent?

(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.

Do cinemas ask for ID for a 15?

Our staff are legally required to ask for proof that you are old enough to watch an age restricted film if they have any doubt. In order to prove your age we require official I.D. that includes a photo and date of birth such as a passport or driver’s license.

Can an adult take a child into a 15?

Nope. A 15 rating means nobody under 15 is allowed full stop. It’s illegal. 12A films are the ones where younger kids can go with a parent/ adult.

Can I take my 7 year old to a 12A film?

No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. 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 BBFCinsight for that film in advance.

Can my 4 year old watch Spider-Man?

Spider-Man: No Way Home is rated PG-13 for some language, sequences of action/violence, and brief suggestive comments which means it may not be suitable for kids under 13.

Why is Cruella rated 12A?

And according to the Cruella IMDb page, the film earned its PG-13 rating for “some violence and thematic elements.” Viewers can expect to see some violence and gore, but if you go in expecting slasher film levels of blood, you’ll be disappointed.

What certificate is Harry Potter?

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) has given Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire a 12A certificate. Children under that age can watch only if accompanied by an adult. The previous three Harry Potter films were all given a PG rating allowing children of all ages to watch them unaccompanied.

What age is PG?

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.

Is Harry Potter OK for a 7 year old?

7–9: A great age to begin (for younger kids, consider reading aloud together). Read: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

Why is Half Blood Prince Rated PG?

“Half-Blood Prince” is rated PG for “scary images, some violence, language and mild sensuality.”

Is Goblet of Fire too scary for kids?

Parents need to know that Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the first PG-13 movie in the Harry Potter series (all based on the books by J.K. Rowling), and not for nothing. The fourth installment has two deaths (including a really sad one), scary creatures, some romantic yearnings, and edge-of-the-seat scenes.

Why is Harry Potter 6 rated M?

The MPAA rated Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince PG for scary images, some violence, language and mild sensuality.

Is Harry Potter 6 suitable for kids?

There is not much potentially unsuitable content involved besides a few scary moments and so we believe that the ‘Half-Blood Prince’ should be appropriate for children aged 9 and above, depending on how sensitive the child is towards the potential emotional trauma of character death and moments of sustained tension.

Is there any kissing scene in Harry Potter 6?

Harry and Ginny actually shared their first kiss in the 6th installment of the series, “Harry Potter and the Halfblood Prince.” However, the movie scene re-tells the moment rather differently to the novel.

Is Half Blood appropriate?

This book may be unsuitable for people under 17 years of age due to its use of sexual content, drug and alcohol use, and/or violence.