National Audiovisual Institute Raises Age Rating for The Apprentice Movie
The National Audiovisual Institute has now classified The Apprentice movie as suitable for those over 16 years old.
The Decision to Raise the Age Rating
The National Audiovisual Institute, known as Kavi, has decided to raise the age rating of the movie that portrays a young Donald Trump in The Apprentice drama.
- The movie was previously classified as suitable for those over 12 years old.
- The age rating has now been increased to allow only those over 16 years old to watch it.
- Kavi stated in a press release that the decision to raise the age rating was based on audience feedback.
Reasons for the Age Rating Increase
Kavi explained that the movie contains sexual violence, explicit sex scenes, non-dominant drug use, and content that may cause significant distress. The increase in the age rating is justified by the strong violence and open sexual content in the film.
The Apprentice Movie Details
Directed by Ali Abbas, The Apprentice made its debut in Finland on October 11th.
- The movie is set during Trump’s real estate mogul era in New York in the 1970s and 1980s.
- Sebastian Stan portrays the young Donald Trump, while Jeremy Strong plays Trump’s mentor, the infamous lawyer Roy Cohn.
Controversy Surrounding the Movie
The Republican presidential candidate Trump’s campaign team vehemently opposed the movie’s screening. Campaign manager Steven Cheung called the film "trash," "pure fiction," and "a malicious defamation from start to finish" that "should not see the light of day." Billionaire Dan Snyder, who financed the movie, also expressed anger after watching it.
A Scene of Controversy
The movie includes a scene where Donald allegedly rapes his wife Ivana Trump, played by Maria Bakalova. This scene is based on Ivana Trump’s sworn testimony and statement from the past.
Reclassification of Movie Age Ratings
In Finland, movie age ratings are occasionally reclassified after the premiere.
- In July, Kavi lowered the age rating for the horror action movie The Crow’s remake. Originally rated as K18, it was reclassified to K16 after a reassessment.
In conclusion, the decision to raise the age rating for The Apprentice movie has sparked controversy and discussions about the portrayal of sensitive topics in films. As movie ratings continue to be reevaluated, it remains essential for audiences to be informed about the content they are consuming.