Ratings are assigned to unrestricted films. Ratings are usually applied by the Film and Video Labelling Body. There are different levels of ratings including:
G – Unrestricted
Anyone can be shown or sold this. The G rating can be given by the Film and Video Labelling Body and the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
PG – Unrestricted
Parental guidance may be needed for younger viewers. The PG rating can be given by the Film and Video Labelling Body and the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
M – Unrestricted
More suitable for viewers over 16 years. The M rating can be given by the Film and Video Labelling Body and the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
R13 – Restricted
It is illegal for anyone to show or sell this to someone under 13 years of age. An R13 classification is given by the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
R15 – Restricted
It is illegal for anyone to show or sell this to someone under 15 years of age. An R15 classification is given by the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
R16 – Restricted
It is illegal for anyone to show or sell this to someone under 16 years of age. An R16 classification is given by the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
R18 – Restricted
It is illegal to show or sell this to someone under 18 years of age. An R18 classification is given by the Office of Film and Literature Classification.
R – Restricted
R means that there is a special restriction. Refer to the words on the right of the label for the full conditions.