: In the first half of the 20th century, a "protectionist" approach was common, aiming to shield younger generations from films containing "adult" themes.
What constitutes an "adult" film varies by country and rating organization. For example, the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) uses the category for films featuring: Sexually Explicit Scenes : Depictions of sexual activity. Adult Movies
: Research indicates that excessive or early exposure to adult media can influence personality development in adolescents and may lead to unrealistic expectations in interpersonal relationships. : In the first half of the 20th
: Detailed depictions of illegal substance consumption. Horror : Intense supernatural or psychological terror. a "protectionist" approach was common
