U - U is for universal meaning anyone of any age group may watch the film and is generally (but not always) aimed at young children around 4 yrs old plus. As all young children are different we don't know exactly what will upset them so always the theme in these film are of a positive and moral nature. References to drugs (which is very rare in U classed films) or discrimination are strongly disapproved of and an educational element could be implemented. No sexual nudity, but natural nudity can be acceptable like for instance a man may have his top off.
PG - PG for Parental Guidance and is similar to U in the way its for everyone, but if a parent were to show this to their 4 yr old child they may want to view the content first to make sure nothing too rude or upsetting for the child to see. Bad language is unlikely in PG films, but if there are any they should be subtle in the way that they cannot be strong language and not offensive to viewers either. No sexual nudity but natural nudity is acceptable (like in U films)
12(A) - 12A meaning persons 12 yrs and over may view the film is a more grown up film in terms that a more adolescent/adult feel is give to the film. The 'A' part of the classification relates to Cinemas only, in that persons who are 12 wanting to see this film must be accompanied by an adult, however may purchase a 12 film on their own. If references to drugs or drug taking are raised in the film they should be infrequent and may have an educational reason or purpose. Moderate language is acceptable but very infrequent, eg 'fuck' can be used but only once. And as far as nudity goes there is strictly no genital nudity but other nudity can be discreet.
15 - No persons under 15 may view this film at a cinema, rent or buy to watch any film rated 15 (or 18 for that fact). Discriminatory references mustn't be endorsed by the film. Drug themes are acceptable but in no way should it glamorise or encourage drug use. Language is okay for this certificate and can be used in a more stronger context, eg 'fuck' or 'cunt' are the sort of words you can expect. Nudity is allowed only without strong detail to genital areas. As well as this sexual activity can be expected in some certain films but still with out strong detail
18 - Only suitable for persons ages 18 + may view this film anywhere. Most uses of bad language can be expected but is monitored for its extremity and some uses of language used may cause offence to some viewers. Explicit images of sexual activity is permitted but again not to extreme, eg genital nudity is permitted but to a degree.
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