BBFC stands for British Board of Film Classification- it is not a government organisation, their founds come from the film industry and they are also responsible for national classification and censorship of film in the UK.
Legal Backing: When age rating any work the BBFC take into account the following
Human rights act 1988 - This act permits such restrictions of freedom of expression as are
prescribed by the law, also protection of health and morals.
The licensing act 2003 - This act is for cinemas, and includes the condition requiring the admission if children (under 18) to any film to be restricted in accordance.
The video recordings act 1984 - This act is about the films with illegal drugs, and violent behaviours, protecting children and vulnerable people being influenced.
The sexual offences act 2003 - This to show that it is illegal to expose oneself with intent to cause
alarm or distress, consent on filming sexual gratification.
BRITSH BOARD OF FILM CLASSIFICATION (BBFC) RATINGS SYSTEM:
U - Universal. Suitable for everyone, and contains no content unsuitable for children.
PG - Parental Guidance. Contains content unsuitable for younger children.
12A - Cinema rating only. Those aged 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
12 - Unsuitable for under-12s. No sales to anyone under the age of 12.
15 - Unsuitable for under-15s. No sales/entry to anyone under the age of 15
18 - Unsuitable for under-18s. No sales/entry to anyone under the age of 15
R18 - Restricted to licensed sex shops and cinemas only. No sales/entry to under-18s or distant sales via telephone and internet.
No comments:
Post a Comment