Film Ratings

UniversalFilms which are rated as being Universal are suitable for everyone to watch and enjoy. However, it is advised that only children aged over the age of four watch Universal rated films, due to children being quite unpredictable as to what upsets them. Universal films are typically films like 'The Little Mermaid' and 'Beauty and the Beast'.

   
PG (Parental Guidance)

Parental Guidance is for general viewing of films. Children of any age can watch a PG film without an adult's accompanment, although guidance is to be adviced if the child is young or sensitive. PG films are generally for children aimed eight years of age or older.

12

No-one under the age of 12 years of age may rent or buy a '12' rated video work.

    

12AThis certificate is given when the work at hand is only suitable for those aged twelve years and over. 12A applies for films in the cinema: no-one under twelve years of age may see a 12A film unless accomplied by an adult in the cinema.

 

 15

No-one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work.


18

No-one younger than 18 may see a ‘18’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 18 may rent or buy a ‘18’ rated video work.


We have decided that our film will be rated as '18', as it will contain alot of gore, violence and tension throughout. This will mean that this film will only be suitable to adults, due to it's gritty and atmospheric effect. This type of film will appeal to certain people, above the age of 18.