Film regulation and the BBFC

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 Film regulation and the BBFC

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.

'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'. The BBFC helps children and families choose well by providing them with the guidance they need to help them choose what's right for them and avoid what's not. It is funded through charged fees. The BBFC is a non governmental organisation.

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

"Solo viewing" refers to watching DVDs by yourself. Compliance Officers often experience the effect when they see films that are released in theatres. Compliance Officers will collaborate with an interpreter when there are no subtitles and the information is in a language that none of the team members speak. Everything is based on the BBFC Classification Guidelines that have been released. Any questions or concerns regarding content that appears to fall between two age categories should be directed to the Compliance Manager or Head of Compliance. Compliance Officers will reject or return any content that they determine to be unlawful or inappropriate in accordance with the BBFC Guidelines.

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?

Public members who believed the violence was too intense to be contained at that level lodged numerous complaints. I concur that The Dark Knight should receive a 12A rating because it is based on the well-known DC comic character Batman, who is notorious for his violent behaviour, which is to be expected given his past films.

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)?

Children 12 years old and older can watch films that are rated 12A. However, if they are accompanied by an adult, individuals under the age of 12 are permitted to view a 12A. BBTL has thematic material and language including some ethnic slurs.

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 included racist language and behaviour, and moderate bad language.

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