This document outlines the different film rating classifications used by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). It describes the PG, 12A, 12, 15, and 18 ratings, providing details on the recommended audience age, content restrictions, and types of content that may be present at each rating level, such as violence, swearing, sex scenes, and drug use.

1. FILM BBFC Ratings
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2. PG
 PG (Parental Guidance) General viewing but some scenes
may be unsuitable
for young children.
 It is seen that ‘PG’ movies are suitable for children over the
age of 8. parents however, are advised to consider whether
the content may upset young or more sensitive children.

3. 12a
 12A (12 Accompanied/Advisory) Suitable for 12 years and
over.
 No one younger than 12 may see a '12A' film in a cinema
unless accompanied by an adult.
 Parents may also want to view the film first in some cases.

4. 12
 No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a 12 rated video or
DVD.
 Nor can they view a film in a cinema if they are under 12
without an adult.
 May contain mild violence and swearing.

5. 15
 Suitable only for 15 years and over. No one younger than 15
may see a '15' film in a cinema.
 No younger than 15 may rent or buy a '15' rated film.
 May contain violence, swearing and mild sex scenes.

6. 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.
 May contain violence, strong swearing, sex scenes, and drug
use.