British Board Film Of Classification The BBFC is the UK’s regulator of film and video. The films and videos are regulated by having age ratings, such as U, 12A, 18R etc. The BBFC have legal powers to rate, and sometimes cut or even reject works. The BBFC is a independent body which means the government are not attached to the ratings of films. They have been an organisation since 1912. Areas which are judged: Discrimination Drugs Horror Imitable behavior Language Nudity Sex Theme Violence U-Movies: A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and above. U films should be set within a positive framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror. PG-Movies: PG Parental Guidance. General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch, but parents are advised to consider