by Stephanie Bernardino, Manila Bulletin
The Movie & Television Review & Classification Board (MTRCB) recently released a statement regarding talks about them expanding their jurisdiction to include online streaming services as urged by legislators.
According to MTRCB Chairperson Diorella Maria “Lala” Sotto-Antonio, they will weigh the pros and cons of it.
“The matter will go through the process and will be discussed by the Board. We will assess the impact of legislators’ call to expand the board’s jurisdiction to cover online streaming platforms and applications and come up with a balanced and fair position,” said Lala.
The statement also mentioned how concerned parents have been asking them to clamp down on movies, programs, and videos shown on various online streaming platforms, some of which they claim should be subjected to regulation.
However, other groups have countered the idea noting it could prompt platform creators to collect or increase subscription fees to the detriment of users.
Lala reiterated that they will balance all the concerns raised by various groups.
“I assure the public that the MTRCB shares everyone’s desire to ensure that children are not exposed to content that is not appropriate for their age.”
