The British Board classification is an independent body which was set up by the film industry to bring a sense of uniformity and equability to the national film classification. It is funded by by the film industry and is responsible for the censorship of films within the united kingdom, and also responsible for the national classification. Power remains in the local councils, which can rule over any of the BBFC's decisions, either passing films, rejecting their decisions, instituting new ones or banning films that might have been passed. There are different ratings for a the level of sexuality/violence and language of the film, including U's, PG, 12,12A, 15, 18.
U- U stands for "universal" which should be a film suitable for audiences aged four years and over.
PG- Stands for a film that is suitable for the general viewing, however, some scenes may be unsuitable for younger children
12- Stands for anyone 12 and over are able to see the movie unaccompanied
15- allows anyone 15 or over to see the movie, warning parents that the rated works arn't suitable for children under 15 years of age.
18- No one under 18 are allowed to see a rated 18 film
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