The document discusses film certification ratings used by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). It provides details on the content restrictions and guidelines for movies rated U, PG, 12A, 15, and 18. For each rating, it lists what types of content are permitted as well as restricted, such as violence, language, nudity, sex and themes. Examples of movies that received each rating are also provided. The concluding paragraphs discuss how a hypothetical horror film planned by the author would qualify for a 15 rating rather than 18 due to its portrayal of violence, language, and other content.

1. British Board of Film ClassificationBy NAOMI BOLAND

2. Certificates Issued by the BBFC

3. Certification: UU- Universal (suitable for all) U films are set in a positive moral framework and offer reassuring counterbalances to violence, treat or horror.Things a U cannot Contain:Discrimination or DrugsHorror- If there is a scary sequence it should be brief and mild, also the outcome at the end should be a positive one. It should not cause any anxiety o you children. Imitable Behaviour- A U shouldn't contain dangerous behaviour that a child is going to copy. It shouldn't contain realistic weapons e.g. A gun or Knife. Language- Very mild bad language can be used but shouldn't be used frequently. Nudity- A U shouldn't contain any sexual content but can have natural nudity.Sex- Can contain mild sexual behaviour like kissingTheme- The movie can contain a problematic theme but should be sensitive and also appropriate for young childrenViolence- Milk violence only. ExampleBeauty and the BeastCertificate: UContains very mild violence but is fantasy and not real.

4. Even though there is violence and the beginning where the beast takes Belle father may be distressing for young children it has a positive ending.

5. No bad behaviour can be copied in this movie because most of it contains fantasy characters like a teapot.

6. Contains kissing but nothing else sexualCertification: PGPG- Parental Guidance (some scenes unsuitable for young children)A PG rated film can be watched by any age however parents should consider whether it could upset there child. Nothing in the film should disturb a child 8 years or older. Discrimination- Can only be used if in a educational or historical context or if shown to be completely unacceptable. Drugs- Can be referenced to but should carry an anti-drug message.Horror- If freighting sequences are in the film they shouldn't be prolonged or intense.Imitable Behaviour- Shouldn't show in detail dangerous behaviour that a child would copy. It also cannot contain glamorisation of realistic and accessible weapons like guns.Language- Can only contain mild bad languageNudity- Natural nudity is permitted but no sexual contentSex- Can be implied but has to be discreet and not frequent. Mild innuendo only.Theme- Can contain serious issues but should be shown in a negative light and as unacceptable.Violence- A film is allowed moderate violence with no detail and it has to be justified. For example if it a historical or fantasy film. ExampleThree Men and a BabyCertificate: PGEven though this movie is about relationships and may be considered a serious issue everything is resolved at the end.

7. Only mild bad language is used and this is only once.

8. Sex is only implied but the audience never see it happening. Certification: 12A/12 ExampleThe Dark NightCertificate: 12AThis movie even though a 12A it was seen to be very controversial it could easily also be a 15 as it contains violence that some may view as strong. Contains many weapons, even though they are not really glamorized they are shown often in the film.