Are YOU Interested in Rating Movies Shown in Alberta's Theatres?
Have you ever wondered how the films you see in movie theatres are rated? Have you ever wanted to have a chance to rate movies yourself? If so, Alberta Film Classification has the opportunity you are looking for!
For those unfamiliar with Alberta Film Classification and our role in Alberta, our mandate is to view and classify all films scheduled for public exhibition for a fee in Alberta. This means that every film you see at your local theatre, from children's movies to action blockbusters, is viewed by Alberta Film Classification before opening and given a film age rating that reflects the standards accepted by Alberta's diverse community.
You might be wondering how you can contribute to this process. The answer to this is simple: Film distributors have the right to request a reconsideration if they feel a given film rating is unduly restrictive. If a reconsideration is granted, a Film Ratings Reconsideration Panel composed of community members is convened to view the film and recommend a rating to Alberta Film Classification, who, based on that recommendation, will arrive at a final binding decision on the film's rating.
This does not mean that just anyone is eligible to participate on a Film Ratings Reconsideration Panel. Panel members are chosen because they have some interest in, or specialized knowledge about, the people who will be most affected by a film's age rating. Panel members are often parents of children or teenagers, or may be people who work with children or youth. We are looking for individuals who have direct personal or professional experience with children and youth.
So, if you have an interest in participating in a future Film Ratings Reconsideration Panel and believe you meet our selection criteria, please complete our online recruitment sheet. If you considering volunteering to be a part of a future appeal panel, please view our Information for Reconsideration Panel Members for more information about how the panel operates. If you qualify, we will contact you in the near future to confirm your interest and participation. Finally, remember that before you view a movie with your family, go to www.albertafilmratings.ca to see how it rates!
