| New Zealand The Office of Film & Literature
Classifications, controls film classifications in New Zealand as
outlined under the Films,
Videos, and Publications
Classification Act 1993 and also the amendment
to the 1993 act, from 2005. Descriptive information about the particular film will be displayed on the label (for instance, the level of violence). This helps the public to make informed decisions on whether a film is appropriate for a particular audience. The labels will be found on all video cassettes, DVD's, film trailers and films displayed at the cinema. GREEN
G: Suitable for general exhibition. YELLOW PG: Parental guidance is recommended for young children. Works classified as PG may contain some material, such as sexual themes and violence, which may be offensive to some people. M: Suitable for those over the age of 16, however there is no legal restriction. Like the PG rating, M may contain material offensive to some people. RED All films in the Red category are restricted by law. R13: This classification is resticted by law. It is illegal to show works classified R13 to anybody under the age of 13. R15: This classification is resticted by law. It is illegal to show works classified R15 to anybody under the age of 15. R16: This classification is resticted by law. It is illegal to show works classified R16 to anybody under the age of 16. R18: This classification is resticted by law. It is illegal to show works classified R13 to anybody under the age of 18. R: This is a special restriction. On the actual label, descriptive information will be given, such as "restricted to those under 18 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian". Related Links: |