Guide to Cataloging DVD and Blu-ray Discs Using AACR2r ... - OLAC

If the aspect ratio is given as 1.33:1, and the container says “Standard full frame
— Formatted from the original version to fit your screen,” record the information
as follows:
500 $a Aspect ratio 1.33:1; formatted from the original version to fit the
television screen.
Information on layers and aspect ratio can be combined.
500 $a Dual-layer format; aspect ratio 2.35:1.
It should also be noted that aspect ratio information might appear in the edition
area if identified as such:
250 $a Pan and scan ed.
[All these notes AACR2r 7.7B10f, physical description, other]
3. Other Information
Some phrases or words appear on the container and/or title screens and look
important but don’t seem to fit anywhere. Transcribe them as found, in quotation
marks.
500 $a "THX digitally remastered."
500 $a "Lucasfilm system.”
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[AACR2r 7.7B10k, physical description, other]
H. Audience Rating Code
Audience information is to be given only if found on the item. However, when someone
does cataloging for a school library with the training and background to make the
judgment as to what ages or grades a title would be suitable for, this information may be
very useful to patrons of that library. The note could be in quotes if the information
appears on the item, or be followed by the name or initials of the person determining the
audience level when that is done.
Ratings information should be given when found on the item. There are many kinds
of ratings; the most common in the United States is the Motion Picture Association of
America (MPAA) rating.
521 8 $a MPAA rating: PG.
521 8 $a MPAA rating: PG; for mild action, language and brief rude humor.
[AACR2r 7.7B14, audience]