The British board of film classification is an independent body which has classified cinema films since it was set up in 1912. the films are classified by examiners looking at issues such as discrimination, drugs, horror, bad behaviour, language, nudity, sex, sexual violence, theme and violence when making decisions.
The films are classified into one of six different categories. U, PG, 12A, 12, 15, or 18.
U: This rating means that the film is suitable for all audiences.
PG: This rating means that parental guidance is advised before letting a child watch the film.
12A: This rating means that people must either be 12 years or older to view the film or at least be accompanied by an adult if you are under 12.
15: This rating means that people who are 15 or older can view the film.
18: This rating means that people who are 18 or older can view the film.
A film like reservoir dogs for example would be an 18 due to the violent nature of some scenes and the language used in the film.
The film up is rated PG by the bbfc. This is because in the film there is a slight sense of peril and danger which moves the rating up from a U to a PG. Film classification is important because it allows films to direct there material at certain audiences and the film certificates let people know whether or not the film is aimed at them and whether it is suitable for people of there age. It is important because it stops people of a young age seeing explicit material or foul language.
You have identified the correct age certificates that are used within the film industry above, but you have not referenced your research, to show where your source came from.
ReplyDeleteWithin each age certificate, you need to relate to film examples, to show further understanding of the role of the BBFC and how it is used within the film industry.
Finally, you still need to explain what age certificate your thriller will be and why, by focusing on the narrative of your thriller