What does a 12A mean on a film?
suitable for children aged 12 and over
The 12A rating is only used for films shown in cinemas. Films rated 12A are suitable for children aged 12 and over. However, people younger than 12 may see a 12A so long as they are accompanied by an adult. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.
What is the difference between 12A and 12?
The 12a film rating replaced the 12 rating in 2002 which enables children to see more graphic films at the cinema if accompanied by an adult. 12 with Parental Guidance (12A) means that the BBFC have classified the film unsuitable for children under 12.
What is the difference between PG and 12A?
12A is advisory, which means that as with U and PG, parents can make up their minds about whether they think a film is suitable for you. 12As are stronger than PGs and Us though. When BBFC Compliance Officers recommend a film should be a 12A this means they think it is suitable for children aged 12 and over.
Why is Spiderman a 12A?
The reason for the 12 was that the film contained a level of personal violence and a revenge theme that went beyond what was acceptable under the PG level BBFC Guidelines of the time, which only allowed: ‘Moderate violence without detail if justified by its setting’.
Can a 3 year old watch a 12A film?
Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Can a 7 year old watch a 12A film?
Do you need ID for a 12A film?
A spokesman for Cineworld said: “In line with the BBFC age classification, we reserve the right to ask for photo ID verifying the age of any customer wishing to watch 12A, 15 and 18 certificated films. “If a customer is unable to provide ID when asked, we are required by law to refuse admission to that film.
Can I take my 5 year old to see a 12A?
No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the BBFCinsight for that film in advance.
When did 12A certificate start?
The original 12 certificate was introduced in 1989 to deal with the first film in the Batman series. In recent years, around 20% of all films released in the UK were rated 12 – more than 530 a year.