9 July 2009

Research 4- Rules and Regulations (trailers/films)

The BBFC classification guidelines are sectioned into different categories: U, PG, 12A, 12, 15, 18, R8.

- Depending on the films category will depend on the issues surrounding when and where trailers can be shown.
- The internet creates no boundaries where 'youtube' is concerned, any type or content can be broadcast within a trailer.
- The BBFC states that strong language cannot be permitted in trailers at any category below 15.
- Only one use of strong language is permitted in a trailer at '15' and it must neither be aggressive or threatening.
- BBFC is not responsible for the exhibition of cinema
trailers before films, it is the responsibility of the cinema.

Below underlines the rules for a classification 15 film: