Film Examples

Here is a number of films that fit in to the classifications. These descriptions are blurbs from the back of DVD cases.


U - Herbie Goes Bananas -
Set in exotic locations in Central America, the internationally renowned Herbie, everyone's favourite "love bug," demonstrates his special brand of "car-isma" and high-octane humor in this action-packed, stunt-filled comedy outing. The fun begins when Herbie sets sail for Rio de Janeiro's Grande Premio racing competition with his two new owners. En route, they get side tracked by a smuggling syndicate, pestered by a pint-sized pick pocket, and bullied by a raging bull. Laughter shifts into high gear in this zany Disney comedy!



PG - Cars -
Hot shot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on the old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame.







12 - Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire -
When Harry Potters name emerges from the Goblet of Fire, he becomes a competitor in a grueling battle for glory among three wizarding schools - The Triwizard Tournament. But since Harry never submitted his name for the Tournament, who did? Now Harry must confront a deadly dragon, fierce water deamonds and an enchanter maze only to find himself in the cruel grasp of He Who Must Not Be Named.





15 - Love Actually -
The hilarious Love Actually explores the ups and downs of relationships in the weeks building up to Christmas. Boyfriends & Girlfriends, Husbands & Wives, Fathers & Sons and Rock stars & Managers all combine to make Love Actually not just one story but ten very different ones. Because if you look hard enough you will find Love Actually is all around.







18 - Saw -
Awakening from a drugged stupor, Dr. Lawrence Gordon (Cary Elwes) finds himself chained to a pipe in a dingy bathroom, with another man (Leigh Whannell) in the same situation across the room. The men are the latest victims of the Jigsaw Killer, a maniac who uses elaborate traps to test his victims' dedication to life. Given six hours, a hacksaw, and a bullet, Dr. Gordon tries to figure out a way to freedom, hoping his kidnapped family (including Monica Potter) can survive the nightmare as well. Hot on the Jigsaw's trail is Detective David Tapp (Danny Glover), an equally as insane cop who was once the victim of the Jigsaw's evil scheme.

Film Classifications

The BBFC currently issues the following certificates. The category logos were introduced in early 2002, replacing the previous ones that had been in place since 1985.

	Universal	All ages admitted, there is nothing unsuitable for children.
	Parental Guidance	General viewing, but certain scenes may be unsuitable for children under 8.
	12A	Suitable for those aged 12 and over. Those aged under 12 are only admitted if accompanied by an adult at all times during the performance. (Replaced the standard 12 certificate for cinema releases in 2002.)
	12	Suitable only for those aged 12 and over. Nobody younger than 12 can rent or buy a 12 rated VHS, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game. (Used for cinema as well before getting replaced by 12A in 2002)
	15	Suitable only for those aged 15 and over. Nobody younger than 15 can see a 15 film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 can rent or buy a 15 rated VHS, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game.
	18	Suitible only for adults. Nobody younger than 18 may see an 18 film in a cinema. No-one younger than 18 can rent or buy an 18 rated VHS, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, UMD or game.
	Restricted 18	For adults only. May only be shown at licensed cinemas or sold at sex shops, and only to people aged 18 or over.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Board_of_Film_Classification