Here's the rating system, as copied from the Motion Picture Association's site:
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G GENERAL AUDIENCES All ages admitted.
PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
R RESTRICTED Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED
[ November 09, 2001: Message edited by: SC ]