Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain
material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one
younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider
whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend
that they check the BBFCinsight for that film in advance. No one younger than
12 may rent or buy a 12 rated video work.
Discrimination
Discriminatory language or behaviour must not be endorsed by
the work as a whole. Aggressive discriminatory language or behaviour is
unlikely to be acceptable unless clearly condemned.
Drugs
Misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should not be
glamorised or give instructional detail.
Imitable behaviour
No promotion of potentially dangerous behaviour which
children are likely to copy. No glamorisation of realistic or easily accessible
weapons such as knives. No endorsement of anti-social behaviour.
Language
There may be moderate language. Strong language may be
permitted, depending on the manner in which it is used, who is using the
language, its frequency within the work as a whole and any special contextual
justification.
Nudity
There may be nudity, but in a sexual context it must be
brief and discreet.
Sex
Sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed.
Moderate sex references are permitted, but frequent crude references are
unlikely to be acceptable.
Threat
There may be moderate physical and psychological threat and
horror sequences. Although some scenes may be disturbing, the overall tone
should not be. Horror sequences should not be frequent or sustained.
Violence
There may be moderate violence but it should not dwell on
detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood, but occasional gory
moments may be permitted if justified by the context. Sexual violence may only
be implied or briefly and discreetly indicated, and its depiction must be
justified by context.
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