Sweden gets tough with 3D pics (‘Kitty Galore’ given two different ratings)

STOCKHOLM — Sweden’s Board of Film Censors is to view 3D films differently in future.

U.S. kid pic “Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore” has had its 3D version slapped with a PG rating, while the 2D version got a G rating. The G rating makes the film accessible for everyone, while the PG rating means that anyone under 7 has to have an adult with them.

Anki Dahlin, CEO at the Board of Film Censors, commented: “We had two different teams watching the 2D and 3D versions. Those who saw the 2D version did not experience the effects as strongly as those of us who saw the 3D version did. The 3D effects were difficult for a 4 year old to handle. But those under seven can see it anyway, but with an adult.”

The board had previously announced that it would make different decisions for 2D and 3D versions.

Dahlin said: “The business has accepted this. I think we will make many separate 3D decisions in the future as it is notable how many filmmakers really dive into the technique with strong effects. This does not, however, mean that 3D versions will always get a higher rating.” Erik Broberg, CEO at distrib Walt Disney, said: “There are no scientific facts that state that 3D should be more dangerous. We haven’t had any 3D theaters filled with crying kids. To me this is to move the positions forward without any grounds.”

By GUNNAR REHLIN, Sept. 2, 2010

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