Certificate Research

Certificate Research 

Films normally have a certificate rating showing what age is suitable for the film, this shows us our target audience by seeing on the film the certificate rate.

U
U stands for universal this means a U film is suitable for an audience that is four and over. However, it is impossible to predict what might upset a particular child, especially at this lower end of the category range. A U film can explore a wide range of themes as long as the treatment is appropriate
for a young audience. This doesn't mean that all films rated U are children's films.

PG
PG stands for Parental Guidance, this means a film is suitable for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Parents should consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive children. PG certificate means that any issues in the work are appropriate for the majority of this age group and nothing should upset a child eight or over.

12A
12A means 12 Accompanied/ Advisory this is suitable for those aged 12 and older (cinema only) they are also suitable for those under 12, but only if they are accompanied by an adult. 12A requires an adult to accompany any child under 12 seeing a 12A film at the cinema. This is enforced by cinema staff and a cinema may lose its lisense if an adult is not accompaniment is not enforced for children under 12 admitted to a 12A film. Accompanied viewing cannot be enforced in the home, so the 12 certificate remains for DVD/Blue-ray, rather than the 12A.

12
A 12 is suitable for people who are aged 12 and older. It is slightly similar to 12A rating but you have to be 12 years or over. The themes that may be suitable for is themes that are mature and but have to be suitable for young teenagers. The use of strong language is quite rare considering it is for young teenagers. Sexual context is allowed bu has to be very brief and discreet.

15
Suitable for people who are 15 and older. No themes are prohibited, provided the treatment is suitable for 15 year old. 15 films may include the following, Strong violence, Frequent language, Sexual Activity, Nudity this is all suitable for people 15 and older.

18
An 18 is suitable for anyone older than 18 as it may contain, strong violence, sexual activity, strong language, blood and gore and strong horror which isn't suitable for people under 18. Also now you have to have someone sort of ID to prove that you are 18 other wise you won't be able to watch this film.