The British Board of Film Classification is an independent body that classifies and rates cinema films. Originated in 1912, non-government body, no government subsidies. Non-profit organisation.
Regulate and rate cinema, video etc.
What powers do they have?
The ability to change a film's rating at short notice.
Ability to demand cuts in sections of films, can completely reject films. Ignoring BBFC can result in prosecution.
BBFC guidelines cover:
- Context
- Theme
- Tone and impact
- Discrimination
- Drugs
- Imitable behaviour
- Language
- Nudity
- Sex
- Threat
- Violence
- Thriller name: No Country for Old Men.
- What BBFC rating did it get? 15
- What content made the thriller get this rating? Strong bloody violence.
- What classification areas apply to the film? How/why?
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