U stands for 'Universal', meaning the film, video or DVD is suitable for anyone. Examples include Nanny McPhee and Madagascar.PG stands for 'Parental Guidance', which means that some parts of the film might not be ideal for younger children... Parents ought to think carefully before taking them! Recent examples are Bewitched and Chronicles of Narnia.12A is only for films released at the cinema. It tells parents that the film is best suited for those aged 12 and above. Parents can take along under-12s if they choose, so long as they accompany them. Example: King Kong 12 is now only ever seen on videos and DVDs. As with the 12A, it tells parents that the content is best suited for those aged 12 and above. Recent examples, all of which were also certified 12A for cinema, include Batman Begins and Hitch. 15 tells us that the film, video or DVD is really only suitable for those aged 15 or above. Only people aged 15 or older are allowed to view a 15-rated film at the cinema.18 tells us that the film, video or DVD is only suitable for adults (people aged eighteen or more). Only adults are allowed to view an 18-rated film at the cinema.

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The Vow   (10/2/2012)
A car accident puts Paige in a coma.  When she wakes up, she has no memory of who her husband Leo is, so he must work hard to win her heart again, as she struggles to understand what's happening to her when she appears to fancy a rival.



The Muppets   (10/2/2012)
The puppet gang return in another comedy adventure: Gary, fiancee Mary and his puppet brother Walter gather the Muppets together to raise $10 million, to try and save the old theatre from an oil tycoon who wants to knock it down and drill for oil.



The Woman In Black   (10/2/2012)
When an old widow dies in a remote seaside town, a young solicitor is sent by his firm to settle the estate.  He finds the townsfolk reluctant to discuss or go near the woman's dreary home and no one will explain or even acknowledge the menacing woman in black clothes that he keeps seeing.




Big Miracle   (10/2/2012)
The rescue operation of three grey whales in Alaska is initiated by Rachel Kramer, a Greenpeace activist.  The rapidly snowballing media coverage captures the public imagination and politicians and governments find that they have no option but to support the rescue mission.



Premium Rush   (17/2/2012)
Manhattan cycle courier, Wiley, is given an envelope to deliver urgently, but then finds his life in danger as a psychotic corrupt cop comes after him.  He has to enlist the help of some of his courier friends to get to the bottom of the mystery.  



Laura   (24/2/2012)
Detective Mark McPherson is investigating the murder of beautiful Laura Hunt.  There are many suspects, but - to his amazement - she suddenly turns out to be still alive.  So who is the dead girl, why was she killed and by whom?




Red Dog   (24/2/2012)
An Australian drama about a famous dog who was loved in a small community, and who found his one true master in an American drifter, John.  The film cuts between the night when Red Dog has been poisoned and is at death's door, and his past adventures.




Ghost Rider - Spirit Of Vengeance   (24/2/2012)
Fantasy action based on a comic book character who has done a deal with the devil and now transforms involuntarily into a flaming biker who can suck the soul from baddies.  Johnny is drawn into trying to protect a young boy, in return for the promise of having his curse lifted.




Black Gold   (24/2/2012)
On the Arabian Peninsula in the 1930s, precious oil is discovered in the desert.  However, it is in a highly sensitive area of land, and the reserves can only be exploited if a treaty between two rival kingdoms is violated.




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