FILM REGULATION AND THE BBFC!

 

FILM REGULATION AND THE BBFC:

 Research the BBFC in more detail: what is the institution responsible for? How is it funded? What link does it have to government? This history of the BBFC page may help.

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is independent, non-governmental and not-for-profit, and has had the responsibility of classifying films since 1912, video tapes and discs since 1985, and more recently, online content. The BBFC is here to help everyone in the UK choose age-appropriate films, videos and websites, wherever and however they watch or use them.


 Read this BBFC guide to how films are rated. Summarise the process in 50 words.

The BBFC's classifying decisions are reached by consensus, with the Chief Executive, the President and the two Vice-Presidents taking final responsibility. Our Compliance Officers watch a combination of films, DVDs, and online content during each working day. Films for cinema release are classified by teams of two. Controversial or extreme content is also seen by teams - and often by more than one team - to get a range of opinion.


 Read this BBFC section on landmark decisions. Why did The Dark Knight generate a large amount of media coverage regarding its certificate? Do you agree with the 12A certificate The Dark Knight was awarded?

The BBFC's decision to award the Dark Knight the 12A rating resulted in much press coverage and complaints from members of the public, who thought the violence was too strong to be contained at that category.

I agree with the 12A rating the film was certified because I believe 12 aged viewers can understand what type of violence they like and do not, they cannot just banned a whole genre for an age rating by just "assuming" that they will get scared or make them mentally disturbed.

What are the guidelines for a 12A certificate - Blinded By The Light's cinema certificate (it was rated 12 for its home video release)?

No encouraging of possibly harmful behaviour that kids might imitate. The work as a whole must not condone discriminatory speech or actions. Drug abuse must be rare, and it shouldn't be glorified or accompanied by comprehensive instructions. There could be some mildly coarse language. Strong language might be acceptable, depending on how it's used, who's using it, how often it appears in the work as a whole, and any other unique contextual justifications.

 The BBFC website offers an explanation of every classification it makes and detailed case studies on selected titles. Look at the rating for Blinded By The Light and explain why it was given a 12A certificate for cinema release.

There is a scenario where two men are attacked by National Front members, leaving behind a brief description of bleeding injuries. Racist remarks about "Pakis" are uttered as one character is spat upon and forced to leave his seat in a restaurant at the demand of some bigots. The movie does not support racism.










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