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JOSEPH F. SMITH LIBRARY

Library Policies

LibFlix Acquisitions Policy

LibFlix is a collection of movies and media that are intended to entertain viewers. Students, staff, faculty, and missionaries may borrow LibFlix items and suggest titles for purchase.

Films assigned an MPAA rating of R and above will not be purchased. Films with a rating of PG-13 and below will be considered, but not all films requested will be acquired because these ratings are no longer a reliable indicator of material that is “virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy.” Additionally, not all domestic and foreign films are assigned an MPAA rating. Films with excessive vulgarity, violence, or immorality will not be purchased--regardless of rating.

Care will be taken to select films that are appropriate for most people.  However, the Library expects patrons to use their judgment in choosing LibFlix titles for home viewing. If they find something personally offensive, the Library expects them to immediately return the item to the Library.  Patrons may initiate a request for review of material for an item they find objectionable. The form is available on the Library’s website.