Who are the BBFC?

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) was

introduced by members of the film industry in 1912. This
allowed them to have rights to censor and certificate films
rather than having the government do it. However, there are
still relations between the two.
The certification that is given to a production depends
on a number of different factors, for example: how much
sex/nudity, drug use, strong language and violence is included
within the film. This is beneficial as it prohibits minor of
particular ages viewing the material in cinemas, or being able
to purchase the DVD/Blu-Ray version of the film, depending on
the certification given.

Universal There is no unsuitable content for very

young children, and can be viewed by anyone

Parental Guidance
young children

Viewable for all ages, may unsettle

Previously
12, the BBFC altered this
certificate to allow those under 12 to view the material when
accompanied by an adult. 12A films can include more mature
themes, drug use, strong language and brief sexual
references.

Only those aged 15 and above are allowed to view

films with this certification, as they usually
contain moderate adult themes including drug
use, sexual activity/nudity, violence and strong
language
Only suitable
usually no
language and
often drug

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for those aged 18 and over. There is

limit on the amount of strong
violence presented, and there is
use and sexual activity.

Film

We have decided that our production is best suited to a 15

certification. We believe that this is the right choice due to
the themes addressed as well as the props used. Our film
includes the use of guns, dangerous weaponry and violence that
is acted out by our characters. My group and I believe that
these aspects are necessary in portraying our genre and
rationale to our audience. Our protagonist, Ricky reacts
aggressively in a cold-blooded manner as he eliminates targets
that are out to kill him in the game he is playing that has
come to life. Therefore, the use of guns may be unsuitable and
disturbing for younger children to watch. It may also be
considered very inappropriate to be presented to unaccompanied
children as it includes weapon violence in which children may
look to replicate.
We would consider our film appropriate not only for those aged
15-18 (teenagers) who are most likely to find our production
appealing, but also adults of all ages, as the themes,
rationale and setting used are easier to comprehend, making it
feel realistic in relation to other action-genre films. While
various serious topics are included within our short film, the
use of violence is a very serious subject; therefore we
strongly believe our film deserves a 15 certificate.

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