BBFC

" The British Board of Film classification is independent, non-government body, which has classified cinema films side it was set up in 1912, and video since the passing of the video recordings 1984 "


There are different classifications, the BBFC endeavours to classify submitted works in one of the following categories:

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U- A U film is suitable for aged four and over. However, it's impossible to determine what upsets a child as they are all different and can be disturbed by different things.

PG - A 'PG' film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. however, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children during the movie.  All ages admitted, but certain scenes may be unsuitable for young children. may contain mild language and sex/drugs references. may contain moderate violence if justified by context ( e.g. fantasy ).




12- It is classified for audiences that are over 12 as some of the content in the films might upset children younger than 12. Strong language can sometimes be used in rated 12 films and some scenes may include violence. Audience that is under 18 is not allowed to watch an 18’’ film in the cinema. This also means they are not allowed to rent or buy an 19 ranted film.
12A- the classification 12A is only used in cinemas so you will not find a 12A DVD.







15- 15 rated movies are not suitable for any children who are under 15. Movies that are classified under the 15 symbol will include portrayals of sexual activity, strong violence, drug taking etc.









18- There will be strong horror scenes and strong blood and gore in films that are classified as 18. audiences that are under 18 aren't allowed to watch an 18 film in the cinema. This also means that they are not allowed to purchase or rent an 18 film.
R18-  Films with this symbol will only be shown in specially licensed cinemas or it will only be supplied in licensed sex shops. In fact, it’s to adults of not less than 18 years old.




As a group, we have decided to base our thriller opening sequence between the classification of 12 to 15. This is because we believe there will be scenes that are unsuitable for children under 12. Our task is to create an opening sequence for a thriller movie, the classification has to be at least a 12 because thriller movies tend to involve some relations to crime, bad language and frightening scenes. On the other hand, our opening sequence will not contain heavy amounts of strong blood or pornography, meaning it is irrelevant to classify the film as an 18 or R18.