Tuesday 7 February 2017

Analysis of BBFC and Film Classification

What is our age rating?
15

What does this mean?
This means that no one younger than 15 may see this film in a cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a 15 rated video.

What sort of language may be used?

There may be strong language. Very strong language may be permitted, depending on the manner in which it is used, who is using the language, its frequency within the work as a whole and any special contextual justification.

Will there be threatening behaviour?

There may be strong threat and horror. A sustained focus on sadistic or sexual threat is unlikely to be acceptable.

Will there be extreme violence?

Violence may be strong but should not dwell on the infliction of pain or injury. The strongest gory images are unlikely to be acceptable. Strong sadistic violence is also unlikely to be acceptable. There may be detailed verbal references to sexual violence but the depiction of sexual violence must be discreet and justified by context.

Will it contain sexual nature?

Sexual activity may be portrayed, but usually without strong detail. There may be strong verbal references to sexual behaviour, but the strongest references are unlikely to be acceptable unless justified by context. 

Will it contain nudity?

There are no constraints on nudity in a non-sexual or educational context. There may be nudity in a sexual context but usually without strong detail.

Will it contain imitable behaviour?

Dangerous behaviour (for example, hanging, suicide and self-harming) should not dwell on detail which could be copied. Whether the depiction of easily accessible weapons is acceptable will depend on factors such as realism, context and setting.

Will it contain drugs?

Drug taking may be shown but the work as a whole must not promote or encourage drug misuse. The misuse of easily accessible and highly dangerous substances is unlikely to be acceptable.

How can I find out more about a specific 15 film?
To find out more about 15 rated films I could check the BBFC insight for the film or video that I wish to watch. BBFC insight is available on their website, on their free app, as well as on film posters, DVD and Blu-ray packaging, and on some listings. It provides information on exactly why a film or video has been given a particular rating. All the issues are discussed in detail and parents in particular can use this information to make informed decisions when choosing viewing material for their children.

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