Film regulation and BBFC blog task

1) Research the BBFC in more detail: what is the institution responsible for? How is it funded? What link does it have to government?

The BBFC has a main focus on helping children and families choose well by providing them with labels/guidance based on the media product they want. It is funded through a charged fee which is payed off by film distributors. It is also an independent, not for profit, non-governmental company.

2) Read this BBFC guide to how films are rated. Summarise the process in 50 words.

The BBFC reaches decisions through consensus, compliance officers watch a combination of films,dvds and online content everyday and classifies the content according to what the media product features. Films for cinema release are often classified by teams of two and the public is often consulted to make sure that the classifications are accurate.

3) Read this BBFC section on landmark decisions. Why did The Dark Knight generate a large amount of media coverage regarding its certificate? Do you agree with the 12A certificate The Dark Knight was awarded?

The BBFC's decision received a large amount of media coverage due to its 12A rating of The Dark Knight which was deemed as too violent by the public to be in that category. However, I would also disagree with the 12A rating because younger children are more susceptible as shown by banduras social learning theory therefore by viewing the movie they may pick up and adopt violent traits.

4) What are the guidelines for a 12A certificate - Blinded By The Light's cinema certificate (it was rated 12 for its home video release)?

The guidelines for a 12A certificate suggest that no one younger than 12 may see the film unless accompanied by an adult. No strong language must be used, sexual content must be brief and not detailed and there shouldn't be much controversial or any content which is discriminatory.

5) The BBFC website offers an explanation of every classification it makes and detailed case studies on selected titles. Look at the rating for Blinded By The Light and explain why it was given a 12A certificate for cinema release.

Blinded by the light was given a 12A rating because there is a minimal amount of harsh/bad language said throughout the film and due to the discrimination being too harsh for younger audiences ie PG.


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