Uc suitable for all but especially children under five. Examples include Tweenies, Pingu and Teletubbies.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.


Upcoming cinema releases

Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins   (16/5/2008)
DJ Stevens - real name Roscoe Jenkins- the host of a successful TV talkshow, returns to his hometown to celebrate his parents' 50th wedding anniversary. He brings with him his ambitious reality star fiancee and she becomes hugely jealous of the girl he adored at high school.



Some Came Running   (16/5/2008)
Dave Hirsh, a writer and army veteran, returns to his hometown of Parkman, Indiana, after being away for sixteen years. His prosperous jeweller brother Frank resents his reappearance and Dave has to come to terms with both his roots and his future.



Superhero Movie   (16/5/2008)
After being bitten by a genetically altered dragonfly, high school loser Rick Riker develops superhuman abilities. He decides to use his new powers for good and becomes a costumed crime fighter known as 'The Dragonfly.'



Caramel   (16/5/2008)
Each of the women working in a Beirut beauty salon has her own romantic problems. Layal is having an affair, Nisrine is worried about her coming marriage, Rima thinks she's a lesbian and Jamal fears old age.



La Question Humaine - Heartbeat Detector   (16/5/2008)
Simon, a psychologist working for a large pharmaceutical company, is charged with investigating the psychological welfare of one of its executives. During his studies, he uncovers echoes of Nazism in the company's practices.



Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull   (22/5/2008)
The intrepid explorer and archaeologist is pressed back into action, this time getting entangled in a Soviet plot to uncover the secrets behind the mythical and awesomely powerful ancient Crystal Skulls.



Married Life   (1/6/2008)
Harry Allen wants to escape his marriage and live with his young lover, but doesn't know how to do so without shattering his wife's world. He decides the only solution is to kill her and buys a dangerous chemical to put in her digestive powder.



The Passionate Friends   (6/6/2008)
By chance, Mary Justin runs into Steve Stratton, her childhood sweetheart and the love of her life. Though she is now married, the meeting rekindles long-forgotten desires and the pair enter new and dangerous territory.




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