Film Classification

15

Not encourage discriminatory langue and behaviour

Can show drug use, but not promote it- especially not easily accessible substances such as solvents and aerosols

No sexualised or sadistic threat

Not dwell on detail during dangerous behaviour

Weapons must not be glamorised

Frequent strong language is permitted, if it’s not constantly repeated or aggressive. The strongest terms are acceptable if in context

Nudity is allowed, but no major detail

Sex is also permitted if not in strong detail, strong references are only justified if in context

All themes can be used, providing appropriate for 15 year olds

There may be strong violence, but not dwell on pain or injury.

Portrayal of sexual violence must only used when in clear context, otherwise is not justified.

18

Material must not be in breach of criminal law

Must not appear to risk harm to individuals through behaviour or to society

Mustn’t include explicit images of sexual activity which can’t be justified

Within the ‘18’ film classification, there are 2 subsections- sex works and sex education...

Sex education: seeks to inform in matters about sexuality, safe sex and health

Sex works: primary purpose is sexual arousal. Contains clear images of real sex, fetish material and explicit animated images.