The Ratings Game

Movie makers these days seem to be pushing the envelope, getting films with sex, swearing and violence rated for younger audiences. We're asking if the labels have lost their meaning or if this just might be a reflection on today's more permissive society. Laura's guests are David Gonthier, Professor of Film Studies at Keene State College. He has published film criticism in the International Film Dictionary and is currently working on a book on prison films due out in 2006. He has a Masters in film study. She's also joined by Garen Daley, Film Reviewer living in Gilmanton and Artistic Director of the Dedham Community Theatre in Dedham, Massachusetts.