Language of Mass Media
Since the dawn of mass media, many countries have attempted to regulate, control, or even block certain messages or content from being exhibited to their citizens at large. Most states are primarily interested in “classifying” opposed to “censoring” media, especially movies into appropriate categories. Many parents want more information about the entertainment their children see. A board of 8 to 13 members that make up the Classification and Rating Administration meet in Los Angeles to discuss the movie ratings. They came up with the following ratings for minors; G is for General Audiences, all ages are admitted. PG is Parental Guidance Suggested; some material may not be suitable for children under 13. R is restricted, people under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NC-17, no one 17 and under admitted. Television Content Rating now exists on televisions nationwide to help prevent children from viewing inapprop
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