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| Universal- Suitable for all |
A “U” film should be suitable for audience aged four years an over, it should have positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror. Scary sequences should be mild, brief and unlikely to cause undue anxiety to young children. The outcome should be reassuring.
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| Parental Guidance |
General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor. No detail of potentially dangerous behaviour which young children are likely to copy. No glamorisation of realistic or easily accessible weapons. Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context (for example history, comedy or fantasy).
No one younger than 12 may see a “12A” film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult and films classified “12A” are not recommended for a child below 12. Moderate physical and psychological threat may be permitted, provided disturbing sequences are not frequent or sustained.
No one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work. Strong threat and menace are permitted unless sadistic or sexualised. Violence may be strong but should not dwell on the infliction of pain or injury.
No-one younger than 18 may see an ‘18’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 18 may rent or buy an ‘18’ rated video. Adults should be free to choose their own entertainment. Exceptions in the followings areas:
- Where the material is in breach of the criminal law, or has been created through the commission of a criminal offence.
- Where material or treatment appears to the BBFC to risk harm to individuals or, through their behaviour, to society.
- Where there are more explicit images of sexual activity which cannot be justified by context.
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