What curse words are allowed in PG?

Mild language such as "b*tch", "d*ck", "ass/arse", "c*ck", etc. is permitted at PG. The most unique difference to the ACB system is the M rating; "f**k" can be used, as long as the use of the words only has what the ACB determines as a moderate impact, if it isn't too aggressive, and if it isn't too frequent.

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What swearing is allowed in PG?

At PG, we only allow 'mild bad language'. If words are used in an aggressive or very frequent way, then this might result in the content being rated higher.

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Can a PG movie have the F word in it?

There are exceptions, usually when the word is just repeated in a short time or used as part of an emotional scene, McMahon said. But any movie with more than three F-bombs likely couldn't remain PG-13, she said. And if the word is used to signify sex, the film automatically gets an R rating.

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What is allowed in PG?

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested, Some Material May Not Be Suitable for Children. The film should be investigated further by parents. There may be some content such as language, violence or brief nudity, but they aren't so intense that more than guidance is suggested.

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How many F bombs are allowed in PG-13?

The ruling came to be that only one F-bomb could be used in a PG-13 movie, which meant that writers had to become more strategic when and if they placed it in a movie. This also meant that audiences would receive more iconic F-bomb moments in a film.

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Swearing in PG Movies

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Is PG OK for a 12 year old?

A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.

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Which movie says the F-word the most?

The Wolf of Wall Street

Although the film didn't win any Oscars, it set a new Guinness World Record for the most instances of profanities, using the word “f***” a total of 569 times. Including other profanities, 'The Wolf of Wall Street' had an average number of 2.81 swear words per minute.

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Is the B word PG?

Mild language such as "b*tch", "d*ck", "ass/arse", "c*ck", etc. is permitted at PG. The most unique difference to the ACB system is the M rating; "f**k" can be used, as long as the use of the words only has what the ACB determines as a moderate impact, if it isn't too aggressive, and if it isn't too frequent.

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Are F bombs allowed in PG movies?

A noun, adjective, verb, filler verb — the F-bomb has evolved and been creatively utilized by screenwriters, actors, and directors like the iconic Quentin Tarantino, for decades. Generally reserved for R-rated projects, PG-13 movies are allowed a single use of the four-letter word.

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Can 11 year olds swear?

Children aged 5-11 years might swear to express emotions, get a reaction, or fit in socially. It's good to talk with children about swearing. They can understand that some words hurt or offend others. You can help children find other ways to express emotions.

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Is blood allowed in PG?

So you can't any graphic Violnce in a PG-13 movie, but someone being injured with blood showing is alright.

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Is swearing OK in school?

High school students are generally not offended by curse words, yet this does not mean that all high school students are not offended by hearing swear words. Some may have heard them in settings that were traumatic for them, causing bad memories to be raked to the surface when they hear them in school.

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Can PG-13 movies have blood?

Rated PG-13 for violence, including bloody aftermath of a shooting. Rated R for language and strong bloody violence. Rated R for strong graphic horror, violence and gore, and for language. Age-based ratings are on the front of video game packages, in ads and on websites.

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What movie rating is F?

Founded by Holly Tarquini in 2014, the F-Rating is used like a Fair trade stamp to give film lovers an easily identifiable label so they can choose films that fairly represent women on screen and behind the camera. The F-Rating is applied to all films which are directed by women and/or written by women.

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Can you cuss in PG-13 movies?

Conversation. PG-13 movies are allowed one F-bomb -- so what are the BEST uses of the lone F-bomb in PG-13 movies? We compiled the best of the best and put them here for you to enjoy. Here are 10 moments in PG-13 movies that use their one granted F-word to maximum effect.

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What age level is PG?

PG: PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13: PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

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Is PG-13 for 8 year olds?

According to the Motion Picture Association, the PG-13 label means the movie is fine for kids over the age of thirteen. It may not, however, be appropriate for children under thirteen because of language, violence, nudity, and other mature content.

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Is TV PG inappropriate?

TV-PG - parental guidance is recommended; these programs may be unsuitable for younger children. TV-14 - these shows may be unsuitable for children under 14. TV-MA - these programs are intended to be viewed by mature, adult audiences and may be unsuitable for children under 17.

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Who said the first F-word on TV?

1965: First use of the f– word on TV is on 13 November 1965 by literary agent Kenneth Tynan (UK) during a satirical discussion show entitled BBC3.

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What is the most swears in a song?

The 1980s group, 2 Live Crew, made everyone sound like they were just writing the encore for the school play and Lil' Jon (see below) holds a Guinness World Record with 295 cusses in just one song: 2004's "Real N----- Roll Call," with Ice Cube. A special gold star, however, goes to Welsh rockers Super Furry Animals.

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Who swears the most in films?

The 10 actors who have sworn most in cinema history:
  • Jonah Hill – 376.
  • Leonardo DiCaprio – 361.
  • Samuel L Jackson – 301.
  • Adam Sandler – 295.
  • Al Pacino – 255.
  • Denzel Washington – 183.
  • Billy Bob Thornton – 145.
  • Seth Rogen – 143.

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Is PG OK for 2 year olds?

PG films are suitable for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children. Legally a child of any age may view a PG film.

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What is rated U?

What does U mean? The U symbol stands for Universal. A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. However, it is impossible to predict what might upset a particular child, especially at this lower end of the category range.

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Is Stranger things OK for kids?

Netflix additionally noted, “In some countries, we may also show season-level ratings. Those ratings may differ from the show's overall rating or mature content themes.” “Stranger Things” is one of few Netflix Original Series that is TV-14. Movie Guide reports that 61% of its series are rated as TV-MA.

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What is R-rated movie?

An R-rated motion picture, in the view of the board, contains some adult material. The film may include adult themes, adult activity, hard language, intense or persistent violence, sexually oriented nudity, drug abuse or other elements, so that parents are counseled to take this rating very seriously.

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