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This Film Is Not Yet Rated
“Censorship, uncensored.”
7.1 / 10• 2006• 1h 38m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Kirby Dick's provocative documentary investigates the secretive and inconsistent process by which the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) rates films, revealing the organization's underhanded efforts to control culture. Dick questions whether certain studios get preferential treatment and exposes the discrepancies in how the MPAA views sex and violence.
Cast & Crew
Kimberly Peirce
Self - Director of 'Boys Don't Cry'
LeadJL
Jon Lewis
Self - Author of 'Hollywood v. Hardcore'
DA
David Ansen
Self - Film Critic at 'Newsweek'
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Martin Garbus
Self - First Amendment Attorney
Wayne Kramer
Self - Director of 'The Cooler'
PD
Paul Dergarabedian
Self - Box Office Analyst
Kevin Smith
Self - Director of 'Clerks' and 'Jersey Girl'
John Waters
Self - Director of 'A Dirty Shame'
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kirby Dick's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. This Film Is Not Yet Rated is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
