MTRCB releases ratings for Holy Week movies
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The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has released its film classifications for the Holy Week, highlighting a selection of family-friendly titles set to air this Black Saturday.
According to MTRCB Chairperson and CEO Lala Sotto-Antonio, five films have been rated PG (Parental Guidance), meaning children under 13 can view the films with the supervision of a parent or guardian. These titles are set to offer a mix of inspirational themes, animation and music to suit a broad audience during the reflective Lenten season.
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The PG-rated films include:
“The King of Kings” – an animated Christian story adapted from the children’s book “The Life of Our Lord”;
“Sneaks” – a lively animated sports comedy about a sheltered designer sneaker named Ty;
“Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing” – an animated musical drama based on the popular mobile game Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage;
“Zerobaseone: The First Tour (Timeless World)” – a concert film capturing the debut world tour of Korean P-pop group Zerobaseone;
“Fatherland” – a dramatic tale of a young American’s search for his father in the Philippines, unraveling a web of secrets, identity struggles, and conflict.
Meanwhile, the Filipino film “Samahan ng mga Makasalanan,” starring David Licauco and Sanya Lopez, has received an R-13 rating, indicating it is suitable for viewers aged 13 and older. The film follows Reverend Sam, a church deacon in Sto. Cristo, as he navigates the mysterious and morally complex world of Kalye Makasalanan.
Two international films have been rated R-16, recommended for audiences aged 16 and older. These include “Sinners,” a supernatural action-horror set in a historical context and starring Michael B. Jordan, and “Warfare,” a war drama inspired by true events in Iraq.
The MTRCB encourages the public to support films appropriate for their age groups, noting that all classified titles are not only entertaining but also ensure the safety and suitability of viewing experiences across generations.
