BBFC

The BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) are an independent non-governmental body that give films age ratings.

The BBFC have split the age ratings six different sections. They are: U, PG, 12A, 12, 15 and 18.

BBFC

The BBFC are a not-for profit organisation that that classifies cinema films, DVD's and videos.  The films are normally reviewed by at least two examiners following their published guidelines. It is very important that the examiners stick to the guidelines because they have to assess certain factors such as: Violence, language, Sex, sexual violence and drugs. Depending on how they are shown and for how long can determine their age rating. However local authorities can overrule the BBFC's decisions but the BBFC is widely accepted as the BBFC being overruled is very uncommon.


My horror film

My questionnaire results showed that a 15 rated film would be best for a horror film. This is also the same rating as The Blair Witch Project which is where I got my inspiration from. 15+films are able to have strong language and also violence which could be present in a horror film. After watching back over my horror opening, I believe my film is still a 15+ horror film as there is strong signs of threat. If I was going to continue the film, this film would probably include some strong language and scenes of a threatening nature. What makes this different from an 18+ film is that there will be no focus on pain and injury and no sadistic imagery. *See guidelines for more information*