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Cinema One Originals entry 'Metamorphosis' gets R-16 rating from MTRCB
The movie – about an intersex person – had originally been given an X-rating, meaning it would not be screened in cinemas

MTRCB wants streaming platforms to adopt their rating system
The board currently doesn't have jurisdiction over content broadcast over the internet
MTRCB, NCCA ink memorandum of understanding
The memo aims to help in facilitating and promoting NCCA-funded films

‘Born Beautiful’ gets R-18 rating from MTRCB
The one-time screening of the film's full uncensored version is on January 18

Two new MTRCB appointees announced
Kelvin Lester Lee is appointed as new the new chairperson while Marvin Gatpayat is appointed as vice chairman of the appeals committee of the MTRCB

Bogart the Explorer appointed MTRCB board member
The YouTube comedian whose real name is Marco Antonio Ho is now one of the 30 MTRCB board members

LOOK: Dennis Padilla is appointed new MTRCB board member
The comedian is inducted along with Gloria Sevilla Tessie Villarama and Carmen Musngi

MTRCB reclassifies Jerrold Tarog's 'Bliss' as R-18
The movie which was previously rated X receives an R 18 rating after a second review

Iza Calzado reacts to MTRCB's X rating on the movie 'Bliss'
The producers of Bliss are set to appeal to the MTRCB for a second review of the film

Uncut 'Fifty Shades Darker' gets R-18 PH rating
The movie s original US version is approved by the MTRCB

Rachel Arenas is new MTRCB chairperson
Former Pangasinan representative Rachel Arenas daughter of socialite and philanthropist Rosemarie Arenas replaces Eugenio Villareal as MTRCB chief

Income tax reform, Black Nazarene, Meryl Streep | Evening wRap
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Mocha Uson to bring 'different perspective' to MTRCB – Pimentel
Senator Aquilino Koko Pimentel III says the celebrity blogger will represent the college educated with liberal views at the censors board

Nazareno, Bautista, Uson | Evening wRap
Watch Rappler s evening newscast with David Lozada

Board member Mocha Uson? Netizens weigh in
The appointment of the controversial blogger draws comments from fans and haters alike

Mocha Uson appointed MTRCB board member
UPDATED Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea confirms the appointment of the controversial pro Duterte blogger

MTRCB summons 'Till I Met You' directors, producer over Jadine scene
UPDATE Among the topics to be discussed during their meeting is a love scene between Nadine Lustre and James Reid s characters

MTRCB: 'TheRapist' trailer, starring Cherie Gil, 'not for public exhibition'
Award winning short film TheRapist is about an alleged rapist undergoing a psychiatric evaluation

MTRCB meets with 'Ang Probinsyano' producers over 'sexually suggestive' scene
MTRCB calls on the execs of Ang Probinsyano after receiving a viewer complaint about a scene with Coco Martin and Vice Ganda s characters

MTRCB website defaced in protest of anti-Duterte ad
Presidential candidate Grace Poe who is a former MTRCB chairman is quoted saying the attack ad would pass her standards for truthfulness

MTRCB releases results of meeting with 'It’s Showtime' executives on ‘Pastillas Girl’ segment
In a 3 page document the MTRCB details the results of the Gender and Development conference with It’s Showtime management

'It's Showtime' reacts to MTRCB call-out, criticism over 'Pastillas Girl' segment
The show denies they are pimping Angelica Jane Yap following complaints from viewers and a call out from the MTRCB

MTRCB summons ‘It’s Showtime’ heads over ‘Pastillas Girl’ segment
Members of the board call the attention of the noontime show over complaints against the segment Nasaan Ka Mr Pastillas

MTRCB calls GMA 7’s attention on ‘The Rich Man’s Daughter’ dialogue
The board summons GMA executives the show writers and director regarding the July 8 episode of the show

Grace Poe and Pandora’s box: Legal issues in her candidacy
Part 1: Rappler learns Poe has hired a team of lawyers to study legal challenges that might be raised against her eligibility or qualification in the 2016 presidential elections

MTRCB to watch ‘Pinoy Big Brother 737’ more closely
The board also orders the story editors of the show to undergo audience sensitivity seminars with the chairperson on a rotational basis

MTRCB summons 'Pinoy Big Brother' execs over complaints on show
The developmental conference is scheduled on July 9

'Pangako Sa 'Yo' to be checked by MTRCB over 'sexual overtones'
The MTRCB says ABS CBN will submit concrete steps to avoid any repetition of offense

Watch Christian show Ana the Red Room in new ‘Fifty Shades’ full clip
Today in ’50 Shades’: ‘It’s important that you know you can leave at any time ’ Christian assures Ana

'Fifty Shades of Grey' gets R-18 rating in the Philippines
Relax Fifty Shades fans – you will be able to see the movie in the Philippines

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Vice Ganda summoned by MTRCB on complaints over 2 shows
Vice Ganda others on his ABS CBN shows will undergo a seminar on audience sensitivity and administration of justice and are expected to implement self regulatory measures

PWDs and the Philippine media
How does the Philippine media represent PWDs? And how can the media become more accessible to them?

PBB's Bianca Gonzalez, Toni Gonzaga speak up on nude painting challenge
Bianca said she was surprised that the challenge became a big issue and Toni also defended the show

‘PBB’ apologizes for nude painting challenge
The producers assured the public and MTRCB that they will continue to provide gender and audience sensitive entertainment to their viewers

Young artists slam PBB for 'decadent influence' on youth culture
A youth organization claims that the TV show reinforces how society treats women and their role in society – that they are simply meant for housework and or sexual entertainment disguised as art

MTRCB to meet with ABS-CBN over 'PBB' nude painting challenge
The mandatory conference is scheduled on June 11 and ABS CBN has said that they will attend

Grace Poe: A name of her own?
Grace Poe made her own mark by fulfilling a campaign promise: leading the swift passage of the FOI bill
MTRCB calls out 'Bubble Gang' on 'derogatory portrayal of a woman'
GMA 7 commits to be more gender sensitive after the MTRCB calls out Bubble Gang s portrayal of a woman as an object of rather frivolous albeit carnal delight
The new MTRCB info ad and how it makes you feel dirty
The infomercial is a pastiche of censor beloved tropes designed to evoke a longing for a halcyon era of innocence and family
MTRCB admonishes Arnold Clavio and Unang Hirit
Clavio and the Unang Hirit cast and crew are also ordered to attend a seminar on media ethics
Mandatory conference tackles 'Ryzza Mae Dizon Matter'
MTRCB secures guarantee to ensure the rights and dignity of child star
MTRCB sounds off for Ryzza Mae
Treatment of child star in Eat Bulaga and her own show provokes inquiry
#PugadBaboy: Comics code of the Philippines punchline 2
Media censorship and a comics review and classification board
GMA-7 defends 'My Husband's Lover'
GMA Network says it produced the show with utmost prudence and in good taste
'My Husband's Lover' under CBCP scrutiny
The CBCP urges networks and the public to be sensitive to themes tackled in TV shows
MTRCB: 'Comedy Academy' for TV networks
MTRCB Chairperson Eugenio Villareal suggests the concept of a Comedy Academy to regulate humor on TV
MTRCB meets with ABS-CBN on 'comedy bar humor'
MTRCB calls a meeting with ABS CBN producers and Vice Ganda regarding writing and gag delivery practices