The BBFC stands for British Board of Film Classification. They
are a highly expert and experienced regulator of the moving image. The BBFC
serves a social function in society which is to advice and protect viewers from
moving images. They provide public images that empowers them (and parents) to
makes appropriate viewing decisions for themselves and those in their care.
They are there to protect vulnerable viewers and society from the effects of
viewing potentially harmful moving images.
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The age certifications start from U to 18:
Rating U:
It is impossible to predict what might upset and particular child,
but a U should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. U films should be within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to to any violence, threat or horror. If a work is particularly suitable for a preschool child to view alone, this will indicate in the consumer advice.
The Little Mermaid (1990)
The little mermaid is rated a U as there is no content to upset any viewer at any age, and is suitable for everyone to watch.
Rating PG:
PG movies are usually general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. unaccompanied children of any age may watch. a PG film should not disturb a child aged eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.
How To Train Your Dragon (2010)
How To Train Your Dragon (2010)
How to train your dragon is a PG as young children may be upset be the death of a character or any other minor problems that occur in the film.
Rating 12:
These categories are awarded where the material is suitable in general only for those aged 12 years and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them. The category 12 exists only for video video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a 12 rated video work.
Rating 12A:
The 12A category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified 12A are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgment, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view the film, lies with the accompanying adult.The BBFC guidline sugest that swearing such as f*** may pass in a 12 and 12A film depending on the manner its used in, who says it, and how frequently it is used. Movies with repeated foul language may be passed as a 15 rather than a 12A. The age rating 12A was created because of the spider man movie as there was conflict in what age certificates should be given so a new age certificate was created.
The Avengers(2012)
Avengers are rated a 12A as they are based on comical characters which are children's childhood heroes. Due to some violent content, the BBFC decided to make it a 12A so children that want to see it ca with an adult.
The 12A category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified 12A are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgment, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view the film, lies with the accompanying adult.The BBFC guidline sugest that swearing such as f*** may pass in a 12 and 12A film depending on the manner its used in, who says it, and how frequently it is used. Movies with repeated foul language may be passed as a 15 rather than a 12A. The age rating 12A was created because of the spider man movie as there was conflict in what age certificates should be given so a new age certificate was created.
The Avengers(2012)
Rating 15:
Content may have some controversial elements to it, but on the whole, there shouldn't be any discrimination, drugs may be touched upon, but not promoted. Violence can be displayed but cannot dwell on injury and pain, there may be use of frequent bad language and nudity can be shown, but only where appropriate.
Get hard was rated 15 mainly for its constant use of bad language and violence displayed. Although its all comedy based, younger children may be harmed by it
Rating 18:
At 18, the BBFC's guideline concerns will not normally overdrive the principle that adults should be free to choose their own entertainment.
Material may touch upon criminal law, and display criminal offence.
violent or dangerous acts, illegal drug use may be shown, but should not cause harm to public health or morals. This may include portrayals of sexual or sexualised violence which might, for example, eroticise or endorse sexual assault.
Explicit images of sexual activity can be shown and bad language can be used.
50 Shades of grey was rated an 18 for the strong sexual content it included. This was an adaptation from the book and audiences were aware of the sexual content before film was released.
Film makers are able to create a film they believe is a certain age certificate, but are unable to determine it as the BBFC make the last decision.
Conclusion:
In conclusion I've decided to make my thriller opening a 15 as I don't want to harm my viewers and thrillers are usually based around age rating 15, and 18. Although there may be a few controversial elements, they will not be portrayed severely to insure the audience isn't morally harmed. Also the main target audience for thrillers; are teenagers aged 15 to 21. Finally, I personally wouldn't want to film a thriller movie rated 18 as I wouldn't feel comfortable portraying content severely and prefer if the audience is left to infer things instead.
There is minimal understanding demonstrated of the importance of age certificates and the way in which films are classified. There is a basic range of film examples used.
ReplyDelete- In your age rating section, ensure you are specific about the types of themes viewers would expect from each age rating. Include a film example for each rating and discuss why they have been classified as such.
- Finish listing the different age ratings and linking each to a film example.
- Discuss why the 12A rating was created.
- Explain what rating thrillers are usually given and why. Provide an examples films to support.
- Discuss what rating you would give your thriller opening and why.
- Include a conclusion in which you explain why it is important to understand age certificates and what you will need to consider when making your thriller opening.
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ReplyDelete- Include a section in which you discuss the typical ratings of thrillers, explain why this is the case, and link to thriller examples for all age certificates.