BBFC

The BBFC stands for the British Board of film classification. It is an independent, self-financing and not-for-profit media content regulator. We operate transparent, consistent and trusted co-regulatory and self-regulatory classification and labelling systems in the UK. As a highly expert and experienced regulator, our mission is to:

• recognise and respect adult freedom of choice within the lawprotect  the public, and especially children, from content which might raise harm risks

• empower the public, especially parents, to make informed viewing choices

• respond to and reflect changing social attitudes towards media content through proactive public consultation and research

• provide a cost-effective, efficient classification service within our statutory remit

• work in partnership with the industry to develop innovative service models to provide content advice which support emerging media delivery systems

• provide an effective service to enforcement agencies

Here are the signs which the company use to aware the public of who and who are not able to watch a movie.

Suitable for all
Parental Guidance
Suitable for 12 years and over
Suitable only for 15 years or over
Suitable only for adults
To be shown only in specially licensed cinemas, or supplied only in licensed sex shops, and to adults of not less than 18 years.