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BBFC Ratings
BBFC Ratings
The BBFC stands for British Board of Film Classification. It is a non governmental organisation funded by the film industry and responsible for the national classification of films within the UK. It has a statuary requirement to classify videos, DVDs and some video games under the video recordings Act of 2010.
o The U symbol stands for Universal.o A U film should be suitable for audiences
aged four years and over although it is not possible to predict what will upset particular children.
o U films will generally contain positive messages and the overall tone should be one of reassurance.
o U films are unlikely to contain discriminatory language or behaviour unless it is clearly disapproved of.
o PG stands for Parental Guidance.
o PG films should be suitable for children aged eight years and over but may not be appropriate for younger children.
o It is up to the parent to consider whether they think the film content will upset their child.There may be mild bad language, sexual references or violence in a PG film.
o 12A means that anyone aged under twelve must be accompanied by an adult when going to see the film. The A stands for 'accompanied' and 'advisory'.
o The 12 certificate is just for videos, DVDs and Blu-Rays. 12A is for films at the cinema only.
o A 12 or 12A film may include some infrequent strong language, discreet sexual references and moderate violent content.
o No one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema or buy/rent a 15 rated DVD.15 rated films are not suitable for children under 15 years of age.
o A 15 film may include frequent strong language, scenes of a sexual nature, nudity, strong violence, drug taking and discriminatory language and behaviour.
o Films rated 18 are for adults and are not suitable for children. No one under 18 is allowed to see an 18 film at the cinema or buy/rent an 18 rated DVD.
o No theme is prohibited at 18. An 18 film may have content that is seen as offensive by some adult viewers.
o An 18 film may contain frequent strong language, very strong violence, strong portrayals of sexual activity, discriminatory language and behaviour and strong horror, blood and gore.
