BBFC Film Regulation
1) 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.
Blinded By The Light contains bad language but not extensive, moderately bad and not used frequently. It references to racial discrimination, specifically discriminatory language, brief blood detail as a result however racism is not encouraged or condoned.
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. It is funded through charged fees where film distributors pay a fee to have their films rated.
2) Read this BBFC guide to how films are rated. Summarise the process in 50 words.
The BBFC classifies films through consensus led by executives. Compliance Officers assess content, noting plot and violence details. Controversial content is reviewed by teams. Reports include synopsis and age rating recommendations. Uncertain cases go to higher management, and illegal content may lead to cuts or rejection.
3) 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?
2) Read this BBFC guide to how films are rated. Summarise the process in 50 words.
The BBFC classifies films through consensus led by executives. Compliance Officers assess content, noting plot and violence details. Controversial content is reviewed by teams. Reports include synopsis and age rating recommendations. Uncertain cases go to higher management, and illegal content may lead to cuts or rejection.
3) 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 main classification issues in The Dark Knight are violence and threat. BBFC Guidelines for 12A at the time stated ‘Violence must not dwell on detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries and blood’ and ‘Sustained moderate threat and menace are permitted. Occasional gory moments only. The examiners who classified the film agreed it met the Guidelines criteria, however, there were a significant numbers of complaints about the 12A rating from members of the public. I agree with the 12A certificate as the Dark Knight contains a lot of violence that may upset younger audiences.
4) What are the guidelines for a 12A certificate - Blinded By The Light's cinema certificate (it was rated 12 for its home video release)?
Content guidelines include restrictions on dangerous behavior, discrimination, drug use, language, nudity, sex, sexual violence, threat, horror, and violence. For dangerous behaviour, the content should not have any encouragement of harmful or antisocial behaviour that is likely to be imitated by children and no glamourisation of easily obtainable weapons such as knives. No discriminatory behaviour or language unless clearly condemned. Infrequent or no misuse of drugs and not in detail. Moderate bad language accepted, permitted on context eg who, manner/tone, frequency. Nudity is accepted however if sexual should be discreet and brief. Crude sex references not permitted, moderate accepted, sexual activity/ references must be discreet and brief portrayed. Sexual misconduct/abuse must be brief, condemned/negatively presented and implied - no graphic references, verbal accepted. Tone should not be disturbing, moderate psychological or physical threat and horror sequences allowed - but not frequent or sustained. There may be moderate violence, but it should not be overly detailed. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood, but some gory moments are acceptable if justified by the circumstances.
5) 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.
4) What are the guidelines for a 12A certificate - Blinded By The Light's cinema certificate (it was rated 12 for its home video release)?
Content guidelines include restrictions on dangerous behavior, discrimination, drug use, language, nudity, sex, sexual violence, threat, horror, and violence. For dangerous behaviour, the content should not have any encouragement of harmful or antisocial behaviour that is likely to be imitated by children and no glamourisation of easily obtainable weapons such as knives. No discriminatory behaviour or language unless clearly condemned. Infrequent or no misuse of drugs and not in detail. Moderate bad language accepted, permitted on context eg who, manner/tone, frequency. Nudity is accepted however if sexual should be discreet and brief. Crude sex references not permitted, moderate accepted, sexual activity/ references must be discreet and brief portrayed. Sexual misconduct/abuse must be brief, condemned/negatively presented and implied - no graphic references, verbal accepted. Tone should not be disturbing, moderate psychological or physical threat and horror sequences allowed - but not frequent or sustained. There may be moderate violence, but it should not be overly detailed. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood, but some gory moments are acceptable if justified by the circumstances.
5) 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.
Blinded By The Light contains bad language but not extensive, moderately bad and not used frequently. It references to racial discrimination, specifically discriminatory language, brief blood detail as a result however racism is not encouraged or condoned.
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