The BBFC

The British board of film classification also known as the BBFC is a highly expert and experienced regulator of the moving image (especially film, video/DVD and video games), and also a service provider for new and developing media.Through the efficient classification of the moving image into advisory and age-related categories, the provision of consumer advice and the maintenance of their archives.The BBFC give the public information that empowers them to make appropriate viewing decisions for themselves and those in their care. We help to protect vulnerable viewers and society from the effects of viewing potentially harmful or unsuitable content while respecting adult freedom of choice.



the universal label shows that all ages can watch the films with this label on it, there is nothing unsuitable for children.


This label is similar to the universal guidance label, but just some scenes of films may not be appropriate for children under eight.


Nobody younger than 12 can rent or buy a 12-rated DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game. Films in this category may include infrequent drugs, infrequent use of strong language, brief nudity, discreet sexual activity, and moderate violence.


Nobody younger than 15 can rent or buy a 15-rated DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game, or watch a film in the cinema with this rating. Films under this category can contain adult themes, hard drugs, strong words, moderate-strong violence/sex references, and mild non-detailed sex activity.


Nobody younger than 18 can rent or buy an 18-rated DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game, or watch a film in the cinema with this rating. Films under this category do not have limitation on the bad language that is used. Hard drugs are generally allowed, and strong violence/sex references along with non-detailed sex activity is also allowed.

The reason for giving information on the BBFC is because they play a major part in the media world. In 1988, Trading Standards Officers were given the power to seize illegal video works. More recently this has included DVDs, Blu-rays and video games. The BBFC can provide evidence to help Local Authority Trading Standards Officers and the Police secure convictions under the terms of the Video Recordings Act (VRA) 1984.

Also in the music industry if the music video is scene as violent then normal,sexual or nudity, the music channels broadcast the videos at a later night. With my video I believe that the certificate my video will be placed under would be a universal, because there is no scenes of violence or sexual nature, and nothing to upset children who would want to watch music videos.