"In order to protect children from unsuitable and even harmful content in films and videos and to give consumers information they might need about a particular film or video before deciding whether or not to view it, the BBFC examines and age rates films and videos before they are released. This independent scrutiny prior to release ensures the highest possible level of protection and empowerment."
Some of the certifications that are seen before films are as follows:
Universal Anyone of any age is allowed to watch the film
Parental Guidance This also means that anyone of any age can watch a film with this certificate. However,parents that have children that are under the age of 8 should consider watching the film with their child(ren)
12 This means that anyone over the age of 12 can watch a film with this certification.
12A This certification says that children aged 12 are suitable to watch the film. As long as they are accompanied with an adult.
15 This certification shows that the film isn't suitable for children that are under the age of 15. This is because the film may contain drug use, moderate strong violence, strong words, adult themes etc.
18 This certification shows that the film isn't suitable for people
under the age of 18. This is because films containing this certification have no limit on the strong words that are used. Also hard drugs are generally used in films containing this certification, strong violence, sex references and sexual activity can be used in films containing this certification.
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