The BBFC have produced a set of guidelines. The BBFC's relationship with Government is known as a 'Gentlemen's Understanding' which means that parliament observes from a distance and the BBFC regulates itself. There are three main areas that are taken into consideration for any film which are Legal, Protective and Social. The classifications, as published in the BBFC guidelines are:
U: Universal (Suitable for all)
PG: Parental Guidance (General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.
12 and 12A: Suitable for 12 years and older. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a 12 rated video or DVD. Responsibility for allowing under 12's to view lies with the accompanying or supervising adult.
15: Suitable only for 15 years and over. 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 or DVD.
18: Suitable only for adults. 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 or DVD.
R18: To be shown only in specially licensed cinemas, or supplied only in licensed sex shops, and to adults of not less than 18 years.
A typical Thriller film is either a 15 or 18. Our Thriller film falls under the classification of a 15 as it has scenes of someone being kidnapped, which is not appropriate for anyone under the age of 15.
Lauren Kay & Rachel Fradgley :)
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