Classifications from the BBFC.

Universal - Suitable for all.
- It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. But a 'U' film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. 'U' films should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror.


In horror films, scary sequences should be mild, brief and unlikely to cause undue anxiety to young children. The outcome should be reassuring.




PG - Parental Guidance.
-Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A PG film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.


Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor. 

12A/12 - Suitable for 12 years and over.
- Exactly the same criteria are used to classify works at 12A and 12. These categories are awarded where the material is suitable, in general, only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under twelve or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.



Moderate physical and psychological threat may be permitted, provided disturbing sequences are not frequent and sustained.
























15- Suitable for 15 years and over.
- No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a 15 rated video work.


Strong threat and menace are permitted unless sadistic or sexualised.












18- Suitable only for adults.
- No one younger than 18 may see an 18 rated film in a cinema. In line with the consistent findings of the BBFC's public consultations and The Human Rights Act (1998) at 18, the BBFC's guidline concerns will not normally override the principle that adults should be free to choose their own entertainment.












Classifications of films are important as they give a clear indication of the type of film it is and what the the film will include depending on the rating. Our film would fit in the 15 category, as we want it to appeal to our audience, there will be nothing sexualised and there may be some gore and threat.