The BBFC stands for the British Board of Film Classification and it is an independent company that classifies the age genre of films and video games, It was formed in 1912 and only operates in the UK hence the name 'British Board of Film Classification'. The company is funded by the film industry and is responsible for every film and game age rating. The judges for the films and games look at all the different content in the film including discrimination, drugs, horror, imitable behavior language, nudity, sex, sexual violence, theme and violence and these are the criteria's that define what age rating a game or film gets.
The 'U' logo seen on video games and movies stands for Universal which means can be viewed by Ages 4 and Over. Films for younger ages have to be generally happy and if negative scenes are shown it is important that it is counter-balanced by a happy scene afterwards. The certain areas e.g. is crimination, drugs, horror, imitable behaviour etc. have been looked at closely and here is the guideline that a U film has to follow:
Discrimination:
Strictly no foul discriminatory language or behavior
Drugs:
Strictly no references to illegal drugs or misuse of drugs (over-dose) as young children are likely to copy actions seen in films
Horror:
Horror:
Scary scenes have to be toned down and brief and always counter balanced at the end of the scene and leave the young children re-assured
Behavior:
No dangerous behavior as it may be copied by young children and no emphasis on realistic weapons (e.g. a pipe)
Language:
Very low use of mild bad language (e.g. Damn or Hell)
Nudity:
Strictly no sexual content at all but occasional natural nudity
Sex:
Mild sexual behavior but references have to be changed (e.g. kissing to making love)
Theme:
Problems may occur during the film but treatment for the problem have to be sensitive and appropriate for a young audience
Violence:
Very minimal violence
The PG logo stands for Parental Guidance which is General viewing but some of the scenes may be unsuitable for younger children. Unaccompanied children are allowed to watch and a PG film should not disturb a child aged eight or older however parents are advised to consider for their children may upset the children. The areas assessed for a PG film are:
Discrimination:
Discriminatory language or behavior are unacceptable but may be allowed in a historical or educational context.
Drugs:
Reference to illegal drugs or the possession of illegal drugs has to be very subtle or carry an anti drug message with them
Horror:
Horror scenes should not be extended throughout the film and cannot be very intense
Imitable behavior:
No strong details of dangerous or bad behavior which is likely to be copied by younger children and no references to easily accessible weapons
Language:
Mild bad language may be used but very small
Nudity:
Natural nudity may occur but no sexual content
Sex:
Sexual activity may be implied but should be very discreet and not frequent throughout the film
Theme:
More serious issues are shown than U but the treatment should not condone unacceptable behaviour
Violence:
Moderate violence but without intricate detail and is always justified by the content
12 is suitable for the Ages of 12 and over, Although the category 12a exists it only applies to cinema films and the 12 category exists only for videos. Children under 12 are not allowed to view the film unless accompanied with an adult.
Some content in 12a films may upset the children but the responsibility lies with the adults. The areas being assessed were:
Discrimination:
Discriminatory language or behavior may not be aggressive or be shown for prolonged periods of time
Drugs:
Use or misuse of drugs cannot be frequent and should be not highlighted in the film
Horror:
Slight physical and psychological threat may be allowed but disturbing scenes should not be frequent or sustained
Imitable behavior:
Dangerous and harmful behavior e.g. suicide etc.. should not be shown for long screen time and should not be weapons used should not be highlighted to young audience
Language:
Moderate language allowed but strong language e.g. F^@K must be very infrequent
Nudity:
Nudity is allowed but sexual scenes have to be discreet and infrequent
Sex:
Sexual activity have to be brief and very discreet and sexual references should not go beyond the boundary which is suitable for young teenagers
Theme:
Mature themes allowed but treatment must be suitable for young teenage audience
Violence:
Moderate violence is allowed but no emphasis on blood or injuries during the film, occasional gory moments are permitted
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Behavior:
No dangerous behavior as it may be copied by young children and no emphasis on realistic weapons (e.g. a pipe)
Language:
Very low use of mild bad language (e.g. Damn or Hell)
Nudity:
Strictly no sexual content at all but occasional natural nudity
Sex:
Mild sexual behavior but references have to be changed (e.g. kissing to making love)
Theme:
Problems may occur during the film but treatment for the problem have to be sensitive and appropriate for a young audience
Violence:
Very minimal violence
The PG logo stands for Parental Guidance which is General viewing but some of the scenes may be unsuitable for younger children. Unaccompanied children are allowed to watch and a PG film should not disturb a child aged eight or older however parents are advised to consider for their children may upset the children. The areas assessed for a PG film are:
Discrimination:
Discriminatory language or behavior are unacceptable but may be allowed in a historical or educational context.
Drugs:
Reference to illegal drugs or the possession of illegal drugs has to be very subtle or carry an anti drug message with them
Horror:
Horror scenes should not be extended throughout the film and cannot be very intense
Imitable behavior:
No strong details of dangerous or bad behavior which is likely to be copied by younger children and no references to easily accessible weapons
Language:
Mild bad language may be used but very small
Nudity:
Natural nudity may occur but no sexual content
Sex:
Sexual activity may be implied but should be very discreet and not frequent throughout the film
Theme:
More serious issues are shown than U but the treatment should not condone unacceptable behaviour
Violence:
Moderate violence but without intricate detail and is always justified by the content
12 is suitable for the Ages of 12 and over, Although the category 12a exists it only applies to cinema films and the 12 category exists only for videos. Children under 12 are not allowed to view the film unless accompanied with an adult.
Some content in 12a films may upset the children but the responsibility lies with the adults. The areas being assessed were:
Discrimination:
Discriminatory language or behavior may not be aggressive or be shown for prolonged periods of time
Drugs:
Use or misuse of drugs cannot be frequent and should be not highlighted in the film
Horror:
Slight physical and psychological threat may be allowed but disturbing scenes should not be frequent or sustained
Imitable behavior:
Dangerous and harmful behavior e.g. suicide etc.. should not be shown for long screen time and should not be weapons used should not be highlighted to young audience
Language:
Moderate language allowed but strong language e.g. F^@K must be very infrequent
Nudity:
Nudity is allowed but sexual scenes have to be discreet and infrequent
Sex:
Sexual activity have to be brief and very discreet and sexual references should not go beyond the boundary which is suitable for young teenagers
Theme:
Mature themes allowed but treatment must be suitable for young teenage audience
Violence:
Moderate violence is allowed but no emphasis on blood or injuries during the film, occasional gory moments are permitted
Post By:
Metehan Hizli
Josh Barrett
Josh Shea
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