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GCAM conducts and regulation and policies audiovisual activities in accordance with Kingdom’s “media policy” as well as provides related services to facilitates the content broadcasting.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamimi.com/law-update-articles/new-saudi-authority-for-the-regulation-of-audio-and-visual-media/|title=New Saudi authority for the regulation of Audio and Visual Media|website=Al Tamimi & Company|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref> furthermore, it issues and manages licenses for audiovisual media transmission and content.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" /> GCAM is also responsible for technical issues and specifications related to the media such as providing the approval for the frequency spectrum, media transmission devices.<ref name=":1" /> |
GCAM conducts and regulation and policies audiovisual activities in accordance with Kingdom’s “media policy” as well as provides related services to facilitates the content broadcasting.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamimi.com/law-update-articles/new-saudi-authority-for-the-regulation-of-audio-and-visual-media/|title=New Saudi authority for the regulation of Audio and Visual Media|website=Al Tamimi & Company|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref> furthermore, it issues and manages licenses for audiovisual media transmission and content.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" /> GCAM is also responsible for technical issues and specifications related to the media such as providing the approval for the frequency spectrum, media transmission devices.<ref name=":1" /> |
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== Saudi cinema == |
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In December 2018, The General Commission of Audiovisual Media chaired by Ministry of Culture and Information (currently [[Ministry of Media (Saudi Arabia)|Ministry of Media]]) announced the re-opening the cinema in the Kingdom where the commission would be responsible for granting licenses to cinemas.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1207261/saudi-arabia|title=Cinemas to re-open in Saudi Arabia as of 2018, Ministry of Information confirms|date=2017-12-11|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/dominicdudley/2017/12/11/saudi-lifts-ban-on-cinemas/|title=Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban On Movie Theatres At Last|last=Dudley|first=Dominic|website=Forbes|language=en|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref> |
In December 2018, The General Commission of Audiovisual Media chaired by Ministry of Culture and Information (currently [[Ministry of Media (Saudi Arabia)|Ministry of Media]]) announced the re-opening the cinema in the Kingdom where the commission would be responsible for granting licenses to cinemas.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.arabnews.com/node/1207261/saudi-arabia|title=Cinemas to re-open in Saudi Arabia as of 2018, Ministry of Information confirms|date=2017-12-11|website=Arab News|language=en|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/dominicdudley/2017/12/11/saudi-lifts-ban-on-cinemas/|title=Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban On Movie Theatres At Last|last=Dudley|first=Dominic|website=Forbes|language=en|access-date=2019-03-19}}</ref> |
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== Saudi Arabian age rating systems == |
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=== Video games === |
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In August 2016, GCAM introduced Saudi Arabia's official [[Video game content rating system|age rating system for video games]]. This came following two years of research, and working closely with [[Sony|Sony MEA]]'s Saudi office, whom handles the [[PlayStation]] brand in the country. The first game title released under GCAM's rating is ''[[Uncharted 4: A Thief's End]]''.<ref name="IGN ME cites GCAM VG rating">{{cite web |url=https://me.ign.com/en/ps4/122665/news/saudi-arabia-announces-new-games-rating-system-update |title=Gcam<!-- [sic] --> Implements New Rating System in Saudi Arabia |last=Jisr |first=Lynn |website=[[IGN|IGN Middle East]] |date=15 August 2016 |accessdate=15 September 2019}}</ref><ref name="Official GCAM VG rating">{{cite web |url=http://www.gcam.gov.sa/ar/RulesAndConditions/AgeClassificationOfGames/Pages/default.aspx |title=التصنيف العمري للألعاب الإلكترونية |language=Arabic |publisher=General Commission for Audiovisual Media |accessdate=15 September 2019}}</ref> Any game is effectively banned if GCAM refuses to rate it. The ratings include the following: |
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| [[File:GCAM 3.png|80px]] || <big>'''3'''</big> || Video game content suitable for ages 3 and above only. |
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| [[File:GCAM 7.png|80px]] || <big>'''7'''</big> || Video game content suitable for ages 7 and above only. |
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| [[File:GCAM 12.png|80px]] || <big>'''12'''</big> || Video game content suitable for ages 12 and above only. |
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| [[File:GCAM 16.png|80px]] || <big>'''16'''</big> || Video game content suitable for ages 16 and above only. |
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| [[File:GCAM 18.png|80px]] || <big>'''18'''</big> || Video game content suitable for ages 18 and above only. |
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| [[File:GCAM tbc VG symbol.png|80px]] || <big>'''To be classified'''</big> || (Introduced in 2020) Video game content has not been yet classified. This symbol is used in early marketing prior to said game's release. |
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=== Films === |
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GCAM introduced Saudi Arabia's official [[Motion picture content rating system|age rating system for movies]] following the December 2017 announcement of film theatres re-opening in the country. Any film is effectively banned or edited if said film does not pass GCAM's censorship standards. Theatres are obligated to refuse admittance to any minor under minimal age from viewing films rated R12 or higher. The ratings include the following: |
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| [[File:GCAM G.png|80px]] || <big>'''G'''</big> || Film is suitable for a general audience of all ages. |
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| [[File:GCAM PG.png|80px]] || <big>'''PG'''</big> || Parental guidance is advised for film audience below 12 years old. |
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| [[File:GCAM PG12.png|80px]] || <big>'''PG12'''</big> || Film audience below 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| [[File:GCAM R12.png|80px]] || <big>'''R12'''</big> || Film audience below 12 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
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| [[File:GCAM R15.png|80px]] || <big>'''R15'''</big> || Film audience below 15 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
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| [[File:GCAM R18.png|80px]] || <big>'''R18'''</big> || Film audience below 18 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
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== References == |
== References == |
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Revision as of 00:02, 10 May 2020
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| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 2012 |
| Jurisdiction | Saudi Arabia |
| Headquarters | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Agency executive |
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| Parent department | Ministry of Media |
| Website | https://www.gcam.gov.sa/ |
The General Commission for Audiovisual Media (GCAM; Template:Lang-ar) is a government organization in Saudi Arabia was founded in 2012 and responsible for the development, regulation, and supervision of audio-visual media transmission and content within the country.[1][2] GCAM reports to the Ministry of Media and is independent in terms of finance and administration.[1]
Responsibilities
GCAM conducts and regulation and policies audiovisual activities in accordance with Kingdom’s “media policy” as well as provides related services to facilitates the content broadcasting.[3] furthermore, it issues and manages licenses for audiovisual media transmission and content.[3][1] GCAM is also responsible for technical issues and specifications related to the media such as providing the approval for the frequency spectrum, media transmission devices.[3]
Saudi cinema
In December 2018, The General Commission of Audiovisual Media chaired by Ministry of Culture and Information (currently Ministry of Media) announced the re-opening the cinema in the Kingdom where the commission would be responsible for granting licenses to cinemas.[4][5]
Saudi Arabian age rating systems
Video games
In August 2016, GCAM introduced Saudi Arabia's official age rating system for video games. This came following two years of research, and working closely with Sony MEA's Saudi office, whom handles the PlayStation brand in the country. The first game title released under GCAM's rating is Uncharted 4: A Thief's End.[6][7] Any game is effectively banned if GCAM refuses to rate it. The ratings include the following:
| Icon | Rating | Description |
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3 | Video game content suitable for ages 3 and above only. |
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7 | Video game content suitable for ages 7 and above only. |
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12 | Video game content suitable for ages 12 and above only. |
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16 | Video game content suitable for ages 16 and above only. |
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18 | Video game content suitable for ages 18 and above only. |
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To be classified | (Introduced in 2020) Video game content has not been yet classified. This symbol is used in early marketing prior to said game's release. |
Films
GCAM introduced Saudi Arabia's official age rating system for movies following the December 2017 announcement of film theatres re-opening in the country. Any film is effectively banned or edited if said film does not pass GCAM's censorship standards. Theatres are obligated to refuse admittance to any minor under minimal age from viewing films rated R12 or higher. The ratings include the following:
| Icon | Rating | Description |
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G | Film is suitable for a general audience of all ages. |
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PG | Parental guidance is advised for film audience below 12 years old. |
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PG12 | Film audience below 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. |
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R12 | Film audience below 12 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
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R15 | Film audience below 15 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
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R18 | Film audience below 18 years old are prohibited to be admitted. |
References
- ^ a b c "Authority to monitor audiovisual media". Arab News. 2012-09-04. Retrieved 2019-03-19.
- ^ "General Commission of Audiovisual Media -- GCAM". Linkedin. 19 March 2019.
- ^ a b c "New Saudi authority for the regulation of Audio and Visual Media". Al Tamimi & Company. Retrieved 2019-03-19.
- ^ "Cinemas to re-open in Saudi Arabia as of 2018, Ministry of Information confirms". Arab News. 2017-12-11. Retrieved 2019-03-19.
- ^ Dudley, Dominic. "Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban On Movie Theatres At Last". Forbes. Retrieved 2019-03-19.
- ^ Jisr, Lynn (15 August 2016). "Gcam Implements New Rating System in Saudi Arabia". IGN Middle East. Retrieved 15 September 2019.
- ^ "التصنيف العمري للألعاب الإلكترونية" (in Arabic). General Commission for Audiovisual Media. Retrieved 15 September 2019.
