MTRCB promotes ‘Matalinong Panonood’ in Ilocos Norte

Staff reporter

LAOAG CITY—The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) was in Ilocos Norte on May 10, 2018 to promote responsible viewing among Ilocanos.

In a press conference held at the Capitol Auditorium, Marisa Laguardia along with three other companions—Atty. Marites Candido, Paolo Santos and Pablo Reyes enjoined parents and guardians here to take an active role in self-regulating most specially their children at home.

With the theme, “Matalinong Panonood Para sa Pamilya nina Juan at Juana,” the nationwide information campaign aims to empower the public, to guide and protect the welfare of the viewers, especially in determining the kinds of media and entertainment the children should consume and enable viewers to understand and appreciate ratings and classification system for film and television.

“Narito tayo ngayon para sa mas malawak na kaalaman ng mga manonood,” said Ms. Laguardia as she enjoined Ilocos residents to support MTRCB’s program to highlight the role of family in value formation and responsible television and film viewing.

Should there be abuse or any violations observed while watching television, Ms. Laguardia said, viewers should call the attention of the MTRCB through call, text or email for proper action.

In coordination with the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, the MTRCB conducted an information drive at the Laoag university and at the Provincial Capitol Auditorium.

They also conducted surprise inspection among public utility buses which shows movies during trips.

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