U- Universal
BBFC say that 'It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child'
U classification is suitable for all, four years and over simply because any younger wouldn't understand the film very well, However if a work is particularity suitable for pre-school children, it will be indicated in the consumer advice , a U means it has not violence, threat or horror.
PG- Parental Guidance
General viewing however some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.
It is advised that parents check the film won't disturb or upset any particularity sensitive children. The recommended age for PG is 8 or older.
12- Suitable for 12 years and older.
The same criteria goes for both 12 and 12A however a 12A means someone under the age of twelve can watch with an adults supervision. with this the responsibility of the child's viewing then lies with the accompanying adult.
12 simply means no-one under the age of 12 can view, whether they have adults supervision or not.
12A was fist implemented on Spider man and the Bourne Identity.
15- suitable for persons aged 15 and over.
This classification simply means no-one is permitted to buy rent or view the work in a cinema under the age of 15. This may be because of the levels of violence, strong language or sexual scenes.
'15' is most common on teenage films, Juno, Zombiland and Knocked Up. it can also be found on horror films as well, i.e. 'The Ring'
18- suitable for adult viewing only. The same applies for 18, BBFC insist that no-one under the age of 18 may buy rent or view in cinemas.
In shops, I.D will be asked of the customer to prove that they are in fact 18+.
This rating is usually found on film genres such as horror's and violence films. for example 'Good Fellas', and 'Paranormal Activity'.
This is one higher than the classified 18, this content is only for licensed adult shops and specially licensed cinemas. It isn't very common to see this logo.
For a film to be classified as R18, it would have to contain extreme sexual content.
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