Friday, May 11, 2007

Puffing Away That PG Rating - New York Times

Better late than never... 

In a significant change to its movie ratings system, the Motion Picture Association of America on Thursday said portrayals of smoking would be considered alongside sex and violence in assessing the suitability of movies for young viewers. Films that appear to glamorize smoking will risk a more restrictive rating, and descriptions of tobacco use will be added to the increasingly detailed advisories that accompany each rated film.

Source: Puffing Away That PG Rating - New York Times

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