The film Only the Lonely is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association (MPA).
Understanding the PG-13 Rating
The PG-13 rating signifies that parents are strongly cautioned, as some material in the film may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers. While generally considered suitable for a broad audience, films with this rating often contain elements that warrant parental guidance for younger viewers.
Key characteristics of a PG-13 rating include:
- Parental Guidance Advised: This is the primary recommendation, suggesting that parents should consider whether the content is suitable for their children under 13.
- Content Considerations: Movies rated PG-13 may feature moderate thematic elements, brief strong language, some suggestive content, or action sequences that might be too intense for very young children.
- Audience: The rating aims to alert parents to content that could be more mature than a "PG" film but generally avoids the explicit material found in "R" rated movies.
The MPA's voluntary film rating system is designed to provide parents with advance information about the content of movies, helping them make informed decisions about what their children watch. You can learn more about the complete film rating system and its guidelines on the Motion Picture Association's official website.
