(Cover) - EN Movies - David Schwimmer thinks it is "a shame" that ratings don't allow for younger audiences to see films that are relevant.

The actor-and-director made his feature film directorial debut with the 2007 comedy Run Fatboy Run, and has since helmed drama Trust, which is due for release this summer.

The film follows the story of 14-year-old Annie, played by Liana Liberato, who is targeted by an online sexual predator.

The film, which also stars Clive Owen and Catherine Keener as Annie's parents, highlights a worrying occurrence in today's society.

David thinks the way films are classed should be reviewed, as the film's R rating in America doesn't allow for youngsters to see it, regardless of its poignant relevance.

"They can't go see it without an adult. That to me is a shame. I think there are flaws in our ratings system. There's no violence, no nudity. It's just about the subject matter," he explained in an interview with BBC.

David says there was extensive research conducted due to the sensitive nature of the film. The 44-year-old star worked closely with a number of victims and counsellors in order to make his film as close to real life as possible.

"I developed it for seven years. I spoke to countless victims and their parents. Every word of dialogue is gone over meticulously, especially the counsellor scenes," he revealed. "It was important to me to get it accurate." (C) Cover Media