THE MOVIE and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) junked a Motion for Reconsideration (MR) filed by Cignal TV, Inc. and its program 鈥淧rivate Convos with Doc Rica,鈥 upholding its January decision to prohibit the show for explicit content.

In its decision on the MR released on Thursday, the Board maintained its original position, stating that the TV program 鈥減urely appeals to prurient interest.鈥

It noted that the program presented explicit content on graphic sexual experiences revealed by its guests during child-viewing hours.

鈥淎s a Regulatory and Developmental Board, the MTRCB ensures that content under its jurisdiction fosters positive values and contributes to the moral development of children,鈥 MTRCB Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Diorella Maria 鈥淟ala鈥 S. Antonio said. 鈥 Chloe Mari A. Hufana