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T.A.O.'s: Content Guidelines

-This page is meant to serve as an abetment for animé viewing, and is NOT meant to be a nonobjective view of specific anime films, series or OAVs. "T.A.O." excersises the right to label various titles upon certain factors which would in turn, pertain to the specific universal ratings of the "MPAA". Please NOTE: This is not a reflection or equivalency to the specific standards of MPAA or it's linked organizations, nor does it involve the examination of the compendiums for certain anime titles; rather, it's a personal view of specific anime content along the lines of regional audience viewing standards, as pertaining to the one's left by MPAA or any of it's parities. Thus, everything on this page is an opinion & observation which does NOT necessarily reflect those of T.A.O. Foremost, it is a service of distinguishing content of anime in accords to MPAA standards, observation & opinion; however, it does not involve information about films already examinated by the MPAA. As said before, each title examined on this page is not a compendium of the original director's or producer's version. They are the original animes.

-- Content is broken down into five sections reminiscent of MPAA's G, PG, PG-13, R & NC-17 being the highest. The color white indicates the equivalency of G, as PG is to green. Blue, yellow, red; etc follow. lastly, this is meant to be a precise yet brief explanation of anime content. Only the pontentially offensive material & other relevant information is deciphered. Please remember that it is solely the responsibility of the parent over the minor to determine the appropriate content of film, television or other viewing. This page is not meant to be a regulation, prefatory-view or examination of proper content according to federal law; it is foremost a guideline and sentiment view of anime: --

3X3 Eyes: ImmortalsHas a lot of violence & occult themes. Pretty dark overall; not for the younger crowd.
3X3 Eyes: Legend Of The Divine DemonViolent Content.
8 Man AfterContains several violent scenes & mature situations. Most younger viewers might find this pretty off-putting.
A.D. Police FilesThis is far more gritty & violent than it's 'BGC' predecessors. Some all around graphic-nudity & coarse language makes this unsuitable for kids.
Agent AikaLots of raunchy humor & female undergarments. Violence.
Ah! My Goddess: The MovieSome mild violence & thematic elements. Nothing too objectionable.
AkiraSome grotesque imagery & graphic violence. One attempted rape scene involving brief nudity.
Angel CopUltra-violent & chalk-full of obscenities; some non-sexual nudity.
Angel SanctuaryViolence, incest & schizo-androgynous relationships. Some obscenities. Ya know, the usual fare.
Armitage III: The Poly-MatrixViolence & adult themes. Some people in skimpy outfits.
Bastard!!Not for kids. Contains sexual-related humor & some violence. Though some may find it's humor farcical.
Battle AngelGraphically violent. Some adult situations & animal cruelty.
Battle Arena ToshindenYet another senseless game-to-animé romp. Violence & nudity are commonplace, though most children would find this rather boring.
Big OClassic comic book style violence & some language. Sexual content & nudity are practically nil.
BiohunterGrotesque violence & sexual scenes. Often bushes the boundaries of the R-level.
Black HeavenNot really any violence to speak of. Some language, adult situations & innuendo. Nothing too explicit though.
Black JackSome graphic medical violence & adult themes. Subject matter may be too intense for young children.
Black Jack: The MovieMore action-oriented than it's OAV predecessor. Still violent w/some adult themes. Emphasis on child deaths may upset some.
Blood: The Last VampireGraphic violence & strong language. Some nudity. Not for kids.
Blue SeedSome moderate violence & innuendo. Nothing overly explicit.
Blue Submarine No. 6Violence & language. Nothing to be too alarmed about.
Bubblegum CrisisOccassionally violent. Sexual-orientation of characters is questionable for children. Some casual nudity.
Bubblegum Crisis: Tokyo 2040A bit more tame than the original. Moderate violence & some nudity. Adult themes.
The Castle Of CagliostroSome language & mild violence. This fast-moving caper makes for some great family viewing, though some thematic elements may be too intense for the very young.
Cowboy BebopViolence, language, innuendo & some drug content. Suitable for younger teens.
Crest Of The StarsSome use of strong dialogue.
Dead ZoneSome signature 'DBZ' action/violence. Nothing explicit.
Demon City ShinjukuSome imagery may be too disturbing for younger viewers.
DigimonA bit more intense than it's popular Poké-counterpart.
Digimon: The MovieSome intensive action may overstimulate younger kids.
Dragonball ZIntense martial arts violence & adult themes. CN's version was considerably toned-down.
Dragon KnightPervasive sexual-humor & graphic nudity. Older teens & adults.
Dual!Some mild language & innuendo.
Fatal Fury: Legend Of The Hungry WolfSome Martial Arts Violence.
Fatal Fury: The Motion PictureContains several scenes of bloodshed. Some innuendo & language. Considerably tame.
Fist Of The North StarThough somewhat dated, still considered among the most graphically violent anime titles.
Fushigi Yugi: The Mysterious PlayViolence & adult themes. Some nudity.
Galaxy Express 999Some intense thematic elements may upset younger viewers.
GasarakiSome violence & heavy dialouge. This may bore most kids to death.
Generator GawlModerate violence & innuendo. Should be suitable for most viewers.
Ghost In The ShellBloody violence, language & nudity. The dense plot may baffle younger audiences.
Golden BoyMature humor & dialouge is not suitable for kids, though younger viewers may appreciate the main character's riotous antics.
Golgo 13: Queen BeeExplicit sex & violence.
Grave Of The FirefliesStrong thematic elements may be too intense for children.
Gunbuster: Aim For The Top!Some intense war violence & some non-offensive nudity. An ideal 'coming-of-age' story suitable for most audiences.
Gundam WingNon-explicit war violence & some cursing.
Gundam Wing: Endless WaltzSeveral intense war themes & some violence. A bit more mature than the T.V. series.
Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz (Special Edition)Same as the first 'EW' but considerably easier to watch for younger viewers.
Gunsmith CatsModerate to graphic violence & innuendo. Some obscenities.
Harlock SagaSome war violence.
The Heroic Legend Of ArslanWar violence & some adult themes. Nothing too graphic.
Iria: Zeiram The AnimationIntense sci action/violence.
The Irresponsible Captain TylorSome mild sexual-related humor & innuendo. Nothing utterly offensive though.
Jin-Roh: The Wolf BrigadeLots & lots of shootings; all very realistic. Some disturbing & graphic imagery. 'Oshii-typical' dialogue would bore most kids.
Jubei-Chan: The Ninja GirlMild to moderate comic-style action/violence & some crude humor. Suitable for most.
Kiki's Delivery ServiceGreat values about responsibility & friendship.
KimeraSome nasty violence & all-around offensive sex scenes. Not for kids.
Macross PlusSome adult situations, language & a scene of graphic violence. A provocative computer program.
Magic Knight RayearthMild violence.
Martian Successor NadesicoSome violence & innuendo. Nothing serious.
Master Of MosquitonComic vampire violence & sexual innuendo. Some skimpy outfits. Nothing alarming however.
Mobile Suit GundamSome of the most early violence. Naturally, not too explicit.
Mobile Suit Gundam: 08th MS TeamSome intense war violence & some language. Values about bravery & friendship.
My Neighbor TotoroNope. Nothing here folks.
Nadia: The Secret Of Blue WaterA little excitement here & there.
Neon Genisis EvangelionSexual innuendo & mature dialouge. Dark thematic elements are not suitable for young audiences. Some violence.
Nightwalker: Midnight DetectiveViolence & sexual innuendo. Some occult themes.
Nightwarriors: Darkstalker's RevengeContains martial arts violence.
Ninja ResurrectionPervasive violent content & dark subject matter. Outlandish & disturbing sexual content. Adults only.
Ninja ScrollGraphic scenes of rape & violence. Cruelty against women. Not for kids.
Oh My Goddess!Some mild innuendo & thematic elements. Suitable for most.
Outlaw StarWell-rounded in terms of content; violence, profanity, nudity, adult themes & innuendo. Surprisingly non-explicit.
Patlabor 2Heavy dialouge may be too much for younger audiences.
Patlabor: The Mobile PoliceSci-fi action/violence & innuendo. Suitable for most audiences.
Patlabor: The MovieSome strong language.
Perfect BlueNot for kids. Violent content including rape; explicit nudity, language & some disturbing imagery.
PokémonJapan's cute little creatures are o.k. for younger audiences.
Pokémon: The First MovieSome mild animated violence. O.k. for youngsters.
Pokémon: The Movie 2000The human love-triangle may put-off some younger Poké-fanatics.
Princess MononokeLots of blood n' gore.
Project A-koExplosions, drunkards & 'cross-dresser' aliens.
Ranma 1/2Cartoonish-style violence & some non-casual nudity. Suitable for most audiences though.
Record Of Lodoss WarViolence.
Record Of Lodoss War: Chronicles Of The Heroic KnightEpic battles & fiery dragons.
RobotechNumerous deaths & thematic elements. Suitable for pre-teens.
Roujin ZSome sexual jokes & mature situations.
Rurouni KenshinPG-13 at heart. Still graphically violent & intense.
Sakura WarsMild violence. Nothing too offensive.
Samurai ShodownSome bloodshed.
Samurai XExplicit Violence.
Samurai X: The Motion PictureViolence.
Serial Experiments LainThematic elements & some drug content. It's pacing may prove too leisure for the younger crowd.
ShinesmanNon-stop comic fun from start to finish. Parodies on "Power Ranger-esque" programs.
SinAdult situations & explicit Language. High body count & use of several firearms.
Slayers: The Motion PictureSome skimpy outfits.
Sorcerer HuntersSexual humor & innuendo. Relatively lighthearted in tone.
Speed RacerSpeed's adventures are always welcome for family viewing.
Star BlazersThemes of war may be too intense for some.
Street Fighter II: The Animated MovieSome intense martial arts violence.
Street Fighter Alpha: The MovieMore cartoonish than SF2, still violent w/some mature themes.
Tekkaman Blade IINon-casual nudity & some violence.
Tekken: The Motion PictureViolence & adult situations.
Tenchi In TokyoSome innuendo & adult themes.
Tenchi Muyo!Some mild violence & nudity. Suitable for most viewers.
Tenchi: The MovieMild violence.
Tenchi The Movie: 2Some raunchy humor & innuendo. Nothing explicit.
Tenchi UniverseViolence.
TrigunContains violence.
Twilight Of The Dark MasterScenes of graphic violence. Adult themes & nudity. Not for kids.
Urotsukidoji: Legend Of The Demon WombPervasive sexual & violent content. Occult themes. For adults only.
Vampire Hunter D (1985)Violence & adult themes.
Vampire Hunter D: BloodlustSome blood/gore.
Vampire Princess MiyuFine, but may be too dark for children.
Vampire Princess Miyu (T.V. Series)No objectionable content to speak of. However, the occasionally frightening subject matter may disturb some younger viewers.
The Venus WarsWar violence
The Vision Of EscaflowneViolence
Wicked CityExtreme violence & sexual content.
A Wind Named AmnesiaHas violence & some sexuality. Dense plot may prove too much for young viewers.
The Wings Of HonneamiseStrong language as well as some violence. An awkward attempted rape scene. A mature and inspirational drama is ideal for teens.
The World's StrongestMartial arts violence.
Wrath Of The NinjaGraphically violent ninja actioneer.
XLots of blood n' gore & some disturbing images. Brief nudity.

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