Movies The article “Young People Ask . . . Does It Matter Which Movies I See?” (July 22, 1990) helped me realize the power that movies have over people. I will not see any more R-rated movies.

W. R., United States

I really liked your article “Young People Ask . . . How Can I Pick a Decent Movie?” (August 8, 1990) One thing still puzzles me. Would it be OK for a Christian to see a movie rated PG-13?

R. J., United States

In the United States, a movie rated PG-13 is open for admittance to all ages, “but parents are strongly cautioned to give special guidance for attendance by children under 13.” (“World Book Encyclopedia”) A Christian would naturally be cautious if a film carried such a rating. However, movie ratings reflect worldly standards, not Bible principles, and such standards are often inconsistent. So in lands where a movie-rating system exists, individuals must decide to what extent they will be guided by it. Youths should follow the direction of their parents. If, despite a seemingly favorable rating, a film turns out to be unwholesome, one can leave the theater or turn off one’s television set.​—ED.