Classification Research: '12'/'12A'

• Material is suitable for those aged 12 years and over.
• Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material that many parents may find unsuitable for their children.
• 12A is for films. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film unless accompanied by an adult.
• 12 is for video works. No one younger than 12 may buy or rent a 12 rated video work.

Discrimination
Discriminatory language/behaviour mustn't be endorsed by the work as a whole. Agressive discriminatory language/behaviour is unlikely to be acceptable unless clearly condemmed.

Drugs
Any misuse of drugs must be infrequent and shouldn't be glamorized/give instructional detail.

Horror
Moderate physical and psychological threat may be premitted, provided disturbing sequences aren't frequent or sustained.

Imitable Behaviour
Dangerous behaviour (hanging/suicide/self-harming) shouldn't dwell on detail which could be copied, or appear pain or harm free. Easily accessible weapons shouldn't be glamorised.

Language
Moderate language allowed. Use of strong language such as 'fuck' should be infrequent.

Nudity
Is allowed, but in a sexual context must be brief and discreet.

Sex
Sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed. Sex references shouldn't go beyond what's suitable for young teenagers. Frequent crude references are unlikely to be acceptable.

Theme
Mature themes are acceptable, but their treatment must be suitable for young teenagers.

Violence
Moderate violence is allowed but shouldn't dwell on detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood, but occasional gory moments may be permitted if justified by the context. Sexual violence may only be implied or briefly and discretly indicated, and must have a strong contextual justification.

Information from: http://www.bbfc.co.uk/