UAE ends cinema censorship, introduces 21+ rating for movies

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has approved a new age classification for movies, introducing a 21 and above age rating for films it classifies for mature audiences.

The Media Regulatory Office said on Twitter that it had introduced a 21+ age category to its motion picture content rating system.

"According to this classification, the international version of movies will be shown in cinemas, with an emphasis on the strict following of age classification standards for audience entry," it added.