The U film rating means a film is suitable for audiences aged four years and over. U films can include brief scenes of danger, violence, or scary moments, but they will be quickly resolved and not dwell on details. Weapon use is unlikely and dangerous behavior will not be portrayed in a way that makes it seem safe or fun. The PG rating means a film is suitable for general audiences but may not be suitable for younger children. PG films should not contain disturbing or detailed violent content. Violence is more acceptable if in a historical or fantasy context. The 15 rating means a film contains strong violence, language, sexual content and themes that make it unsuitable for those under 15. The 18 rating means a film contains

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2. What does this sign (U) mean?
The U symbol stands for Universal. A U film should be suitable
for audiences aged four years and over. However, it is without
a solution to predict what might upset a particular
child, especially at this lower end of the category range
A U film may include brief fight scenes or moments where
characters are placed in danger. However, moments of
emotional stress or threat will be quickly resolved and the
outcome will be supportive.
There may be brief scary scenes and moments where the
characters are placed in danger. As with
violence, however, these scenes will be balanced by
reassuring elements, such as comic interludes or music.
‘Baddie’ characters may carry or use weapons, but there will
be no emphasis on these. Child or ‘hero’ characters are
unlikely to use any kind of weapon outside, for
example, historical settings.
Potentially dangerous or imitable behaviour, particularly those
which come across as safe or fun, will not be present.

3. What does PG mean?
PG stands for Parental Guidance. This
means a film is suitable for general
viewing, but some scenes may be
unsuitable for younger children. A PG film
should not disturb a child aged around eight
or older. Parents should consider whether
the content might upset younger or more
sensitive children. There should be no detail
of violence in a PG work, so while there
might be some blood, we would not see how
the injury was inflicted in strong detail.
Violence is generally more acceptable in a
historical or fantasy setting, because of the
distancing that this provides..

4. What does this sign (U) mean?
At 12A, moderate violence is allowed
but it should not dwell on detail. There
should be no emphasis on injuries or
blood, but occasional gory moments
may be permitted if they can be justified
by their context (for example brief sight
of bloody injury in a medical drama).
Sexual violence, such as scenes of rape
or assault, may only be implied or briefly
and discreetly indicated at 12A.
What's the difference between 12 and
12A?
The 12 certificate is just for
videos, DVDs and Blu-rays. 12A is for
films at the cinema only.

5. What does the 15 symbol mean?
No-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the
cinema or buy/rent a ‘15’ rated DVD. 15 rated works
are not suitable for children under 15 years of age.
15 and over films contain:
• strong violence
• frequent strong language (eg 'f***').
• portrayals of sexual activity
• strong verbal references to sex
• sexual nudity
• brief scenes of sexual violence or verbal
references to sexual violence
• discriminatory language or behaviour
• drug taking
Are there any limits on what sort of theme a work
can have at 15?
No theme is prohibited, provided the treatment is
appropriate for 15 year olds.

6. What does the 18 symbol mean?
Films rated 18 are for adults. No-one under 18 is allowed
to see an 18 film at the cinema or buy/rent an 18 rated
DVD. No 18 rated works are suitable for children.
18 and over films contain:
• very strong violence
• frequent strong language (eg 'f***') and/or very strong
language (eg ‘c***’)
• strong portrayals of sexual activity
• scenes of sexual violence
• strong horror
• strong blood and gore
• real sex (in some circumstances)
• discriminatory language and behavior
Are there any limits on what sort of theme a work can
have at 18?
No theme is prohibited at 18. Adults are free to pick their
own entertainment within the law, so it is possible some
themes tackled at 18 may be offensive even to some adult
viewers.