How ‘The Temple of Doom’ Changed the MPAA Ratings System After an uproar from parents over surprising graphic content, Steven Spielberg used his clout to create the PG-13 rating.

Movie ratings today seem like a standard way to guide audiences on what’s appropriate for certain ages. But behind the scenes ...

The new system, called "Check the Box" by the MPAA, aims to help parents make better decisions about the movies their kids see. CEO Chris Dodd announced the change at the CinemaCon gathering in ...

Film reviewing parents question the accuracy of the current movie ratings system from The Motion Picture Association, with some arguing many films are inaccurately labeled PG, PG-13.

The MPAA created the rating system so that Blow Up could be released in America, and gave it a rating that prevented younger viewers from seeing the graphic content.

Two, the ratings system soft-pedals graphic violence while focusing an inordinate amount of attention on sex, particularly of the gay variety.

Glickman said the MPAA ratings system is "somewhat subjective." The Los Angeles-based ratings board is a full-time panel of 10 to 13 members, many of whom are parents.

THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER - Following through on a commitment made to Vice President Biden in the wake of the December shooting in Newtown, Conn., the MPAA and the National Association of Theatre ...

After an uproar from parents over surprising graphic content, Steven Spielberg used his clout to create the PG-13 rating.