Media Classification

 

The Film, DVD and video game regulations.

*HORROR is in capitals  and higlighted because my final task is horror so thats what im focusing on.

• 
  Suitable for all
• No discrimination
• No drugs(illegal or the misuse of drugs)
• HORROR- Scary sequences these are mild, brief and also it is unlikely to cause anxiety to young children.
• No dangerous behaviour.
• No frequent bad language.
• Only natural nudity (no sexual content)
• Mild sexual behaviour.
• Mild Violence

• 
  Parental guidance
• Some scenes may be unsuitable for children.
• These films shouldnt disturb children aged 8 years and over.
• Parents are to choose whether the film could upset their children.
• Discriminatory language isn't going to be acceptable unless it is educational/historical or it is clearly disaproved.
• Illegal drug use must have a suitable anti-drug message or innocuous.
• HORROR - scenes shouldnt be intense.
• No dangerous behaviour  that children could copy.
• Mild bad language.
• Natural Nudity.
• Sexual activity should be discreet and not frequent.
• Mild Innuendo.
• No serious issues should condone unacceptable beaviour.
• No detailed violence.

• 
  Cinema release suitable for 12 years and over
• Same criteria as 12.
• The category only exists in cinema films.
• The adult may take a child if under 12 but they must be accompanied.
• HORROR- Moderate. physical and psychological threat may be permited provided disturbing sequences are not frequent or sustained.
• Nudity is allowed, sexual content must be brief and discreet.
• Sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly potrayed.
• Mature themes are acceptable.
• Moderate violence is allowed but should not dwell on detail.

• 
  Video release suitable for 12 years and over
• Same criteria for 12A

• 
  Suitable only for 15 years and over
• HORROR- Strong threat and menace are permitted unless sadistic or sexualised.
• There may be frequent strong language for example ('fuck'). The strongest terms for example ('cunt') may be acceptable if justified.
• Nudity is allowed without strong detail.
• Sex may be portrayed but without strong detail.
• No theme is prohibited provided it is appropriate.
• Violence may be strong but should not dwell on the pain or injury.

• 
  Suitable only for adults
• Any theme
• Violence is allowed in almost any way.
• Sex education at '18'
• Sex works at '18'.
• Adults should be free to choose their own entertainment.
• Any detailed portrayel of violent or dangerous acts or of illegal drug use which may cause harm to public health or morals is not acceptable.
• Sex works is confined.
• Original sex scenes.
• Violence which might, for example, eroticise or endorse sexual assault is not acceptable.