The UK film certification

I did some research into finding out the terms and regulations of the british board of classifications, to see what ages you have to be to view certain types of films. This will help me and my group come up with a suitable certificate for our short film.

A U film is suitable for all audiences aged four years and above. U films should be set to have a positive moral and shouldnt upset the viewers with any violence, threat or horror.

A PG film is for anyone in general but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Unaccompanied children of any agee may watch. A PG film should not disturb a child around the age of eight or older, however parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.

A 12A and 12 are suitable for people who are aged twelve years and above. A 12A category exists only for cinema, and no one younger may see a 12A film unless accompanied by an adult. The responsibility for allowing a child under this age to view lies with the accompanying adult.

A 15 film is suitable for anyone this age and older. No one under the age of 15 may see a 15 film in the cinema or to buy or rent a film with this certificate.

A 18 film is suitable for anyone this age and older. Anyone under this age may not see a 18 film in the cinema or to buy or rent a film with this certificate.

A R18 film is a special and legally restricted classification for showing explicit sex or strong material involving adults. These types of films may only be shown to adults in specially licensed cinemas and video works may only be supplied to adults in licensed sex shops, and these videos may not be supplied by mail order.