The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is used to rate films so that it is clear who the films are aimed for. It is a non-governmental organisation, funded by the film industry and responsible for the national classification and censorship of films within the UK.
Universal:
- Should be suitable for an audience of 4 years and over.
- Any violence/threat/horror will be mild/brief.
Parental Guidance:
- Films with this certificate are suitable for general viewing, however some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.
- Children don't have to be accompanied by an adult
- Mild bad language
- Sex references
- Moderate violence
12A/12:
- 12A is for cinema use only
- Unsuitable for very young children
- Moderate language
- Soft drugs
- Discrimination
- Moderate sex references/violence
15:
- May involve adult themes (hard drugs, strong language, moderate-strong violence, sex references)
- Possible mild non-detailed sex activity
18:
- No limit on bad language used
- Strong Violence
- Hard Drug Use
- Sexual references
- Strong sexual activity
R18:
- Graphic
- Can only be shown in licensed cinemas
- Can only be sold in licensed sex shops for adult viewing only
- Violence and sex activity is stronger than in an 18
- Can also contain sexual violence such as rape
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