This document discusses the UK film classification system. It explains that a 'U' rating means films are suitable for all ages over 4 and should have a positive message. A 'PG' rating means general viewing but some scenes may not be suitable for young children. Films rated '12A' and '12' are generally suitable for those over 12 but may upset younger viewers. Only those over the age of 15 can see a '15' rated film. An '18' rating means only adults 18 and over can view the film. The 'R18' classification is for explicit adult films that can only be viewed by adults in licensed establishments.

1. Film Classification
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2. It’s suitable for all ages. It’s impossible
to predict what might upset an individual
child. But a ‘U’ film should be suitable for
all aged 4 years and above, there should
be a positive moral within the films.

3. General viewing but some scenes might be
unsuitable for younger audiences.
Unaccompanied children of any age may
watch a ‘PG’ as it shouldn’t disturb a child
aged around eight or older. However
parents are advised to consider whether the
content may upset younger or more
sensitive children.

4. The same criteria is used to classify works ‘12A’ and ’12’.
The material is classified in conjunction of it being suitable
in general for those aged 12 and over. Films at the is
classification may upset children under 12 and/or contain
material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.
The ‘12A’ classification only exists for cinema films and no
one younger than 12 may see it unless accompanied by an
adult. Films classified as ‘12A’ are not recommend for
children under the age of 12; however an adult may take a
younger child if it’s in their own judgment that the film will
be suitable for the younger child.

5. A 15 rated film is only suitable for people 15 years and
over. Therefore no one younger than 15may see a ‘15’
film in the cinemas or rent/buy a ‘15’ DVD.

6. An ‘18’ film is only suitable for adults and
no one younger than 18 may seen an ‘18’
film in the cinemas nor can they rent/buy
an ‘18’ DVD. In line with the consistent
findings of the BBFC’s public consultations
and The Human Rights Act 1998, at ‘18’
the BBFC’s guideline concerns will not
normally override the principle that adults
should be free to choose their own
entertainment

7. Its a special and legally-restricted classification
primarily for explicit works of consenting sex or
strong fetish material involving adults. Films
may only be shown to adults in specially
licensed cinemas, and video works may be
supplied to adults only in licensed sex shops.
R18 videos may not be supplied by mail order.