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Unlike the MPAA we do not assign one inscrutable rating based on age, but 3 objective ratings for SEX/NUDITY, VIOLENCE/GORE and PROFANITY on a scale of 0 to 10, from lowest to highest, depending on quantity and context.

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MPAA Rating: R

Gary Oldman stars as Ludwig Van Beethoven in this story of his life and loves.

SEX/NUDITY 5 - A woman is shown being bathed by her servants with a thin camisole on and her breasts are clearly seen, but briefly. A woman's breasts are briefly seen from the side, and another from the front. Many passionate kissing scenes, with participants lightly covered with sheets. A man's buttocks are seen. A man is shown kissing a woman and trying to force sex on her. A woman is raped (see Violence/Gore).

VIOLENCE/GORE 5 - A man hits a boy across the face numerous times, very viciously. A man tries to shoot himself causing a bloody gash across his forehead. There are many scenes of yelling and Beethoven's cruelty towards his relatives. A father threatens to beat his son and chases after him. A group of boys taunt Beethoven and kick him. A rape scene leaves the victim with a bloody neck from a knife. A brief war scene where a fiery explosion kills a child.

PROFANITY 3 - One scatological term, a few mild obscenities, and some insults. [profanity glossary]

DISCUSSION TOPICS - Being a genius, coping with old age.

MESSAGE - Some loves never die.

Special Keywords: S5 - V5 - P3 - MPAAR