China to Introduce Film Ratings for the First Time

Beijing-based Bonastar Theatre Company would be the first theatre company in the China to introduce a film rating system. Directors and film industry professionals have expressed support for the move.

Rating systems for films have existed in countries like the United States and Japan for years. Chinese audiences, however, have been left in the dark when it comes to film content, with some parents forced to leave movies early when their children become frightened by violent adult content.

Bonastar marketing manager Jin Bo said that although loosened restrictions for Chinese films will ultimately promote the industry's development and benefit audiences, there are still scenes in certain films that are not suitable for all viewers.