Can a 16 year old watch a rated R movie in Australia?

People under 18 may not legally purchase, rent, exhibit or view R 18+ classified content. A person may be asked for proof of age before purchasing, hiring or viewing an R 18+ film or computer game at a retail store or cinema. Some material classified R 18+ may be offensive to sections of the adult community.

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Can a 16 year old go to an R-rated movie?

Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian over the age of 21 for R-rated movies. I.D. is required for proof of age. Children under 6 years of age are not permitted into R-rated features at all.

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Can a minor watch a rated R movie Australia?

Restricted (R 18+)

A person may be asked for proof of their age before purchasing, hiring or viewing R 18+ films and computer games at a retail store or cinema.

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Is 16+ rated R?

R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

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What are the rules for R-rated movies in Australia?

R 18+ films are legally restricted. R 18+ films are not suitable for people aged under 18 and people screening R 18+ content must not allow those aged under 18 to view the content.

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Can a 18 year old take a 16 year old to an R movie?

For Rated R Features you must be 18 or older to purchase a single ticket for the feature. A parent or guardian, 21 or over, is required to accompany and remain in the feature with any underage individuals. Children under 3 are free except in reserved seating and recliner locations.

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Can a 15 year old see an R-rated movie?

AMC Requires Adult Supervision For Guests Under 17 in R-Rated Movies. AMC policies specific to R-Rated titles include children under 6 are not allowed at R-Rated movies after 6pm at any theatre. Guests under 17 must be accompanied by a guardian who is 21 or older.

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Do cinemas check your age?

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. (We accept photocopies of passports.

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What age is mature rating Australia?

There are legal age restrictions for the ratings of MA 15+ and R 18+. X 18+ is a special restriction rating for adult content. X 18+ is limited only to films, and the highest rating for video games remains R 18+.

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Can a child see a rated R movie with a parent?

The R-rating doesn't ban children under 17 from a movie, it restricts them to watching it with a parent or guardian (and includes a recommendation that parents and guardians learn more before allowing their child to see the movie).

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Can a 16 year old watch a PG 13 movie?

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13. This rating is a stronger caution for parents that content included may not be appropriate for children under 13 (pre-teen ages). This may include stronger language, extended violence or sexual situations and drug-use.

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Why is rated R 17 and not 18?

Because the fast majority of 17 years olds are mature enough for a R rated movie. The Classification And Rating Administration's R rating means that children under the age of 17 are not allowed admittance to a movie theater showing such a movie unless accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.

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Can a 17 year old get into an 18 movie?

No one younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema.

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How do you prove your age at a cinema?

What should I bring to prove my age?
  1. Passport.
  2. Photo driving licence.
  3. Student or school pass (this must show your photo and date of birth)
  4. Older person's bus pass.
  5. ID from another age-related scheme, such as PASS, Portman Prove It! or International Student Identity Card (ISIC)

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How do you prove you are over 15 at the cinema?

Using your digital ID at the cinema

You'll need to take a selfie and scan an ID document (e.g. passport, driving licence, national ID cards) in order to create your digital ID and get your verified 'Age card'. 3. Once you're at the cinema, you simply need to show your 'Age card' when asked.

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Can I go see a 15 if I'm 14 in cinemas?

(15) 15 No-one younger than 15 may see a '15' film in a cinema. (18) 18 No-one younger than 18 may see an '18' film in a cinema.

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What age is R-rated?

R: RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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What age can watch rated R?

R: Restricted - Under 17 requires accompanying parent or guardian. Children under 17 are not allowed to attend R-rated movies unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years of age or older.

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What was the first rated R movie?

Motion Picture Association - Wikipedia

instituted ratings on November 1st, 1968, and the first R-rated movie was released on November 4, 1968. It was The Split, starring Jim Brown and Gene Hackman.

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Can I kiss my girlfriend in theatre?

Kissing in a movie theatre is generally considered safe as long as both parties are comfortable with it and it is done in a respectful manner. However, it is important to be mindful of other movie-goers who may not want to see or be subjected to public displays of affection.

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Why can't minors see rated R movies?

The R rating means that children under 17 years are not admitted to the theater without a parent. Movies may get an R rating for different reasons. This rating is given for nudity, profanity, or violence. Nudity, depending on the context, may be harmless.

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Can a 17 year old take a 15 year old to an R movie?

Children under age 17 requires an accompanying parent or guardian (age 21 or older) to attend R rated performances. 25 years and under must show ID for R rated performances.

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Can I take my sibling to a rated R movie?

The standard age set for Rated-R films by the MPAA is 17 and up, but if they're accompanied by a parent or guardian, a child of any age is permitted into the theater.

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How strict are cinemas on age 18?

you must be prepared to present valid ID if you look under 18. you must be prepared to present valid ID if you look under 21. Alcohol sales are strictly for over 18's and we operate a challenge 25 policy.

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