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Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Is 12A the same as PG?
12A is advisory, which means that as with U and PG, parents can make up their minds about whether they think a film is suitable for you. 12As are stronger than PGs and Us though. When BBFC Compliance Officers recommend a film should be a 12A this means they think it is suitable for children aged 12 and over.
Can a child go to a 12A film?
The 12A rating is only used for films shown in cinemas. Films rated 12A are suitable for children aged 12 and over. However, people younger than 12 may see a 12A so long as they are accompanied by an adult. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.
Do you need ID for a 12A film?
A spokesman for Cineworld said: “In line with the BBFC age classification, we reserve the right to ask for photo ID verifying the age of any customer wishing to watch 12A, 15 and 18 certificated films. “If a customer is unable to provide ID when asked, we are required by law to refuse admission to that film.
Is pg 13 the same as 12A?
Broadly speaking, current British classifications are similar to US ones – G equals U, PG equals PG, PG-13 equals 12A (barring a one-year age difference) and NC-17 equals 18 (though the British version doesn’t have the cultural problems discussed above).
Can I take my 6 year old to a 12A movie?
Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Films classified 12A contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Why is Cruella a 12A?
And according to the Cruella IMDb page, the film earned its PG-13 rating for “some violence and thematic elements.” Viewers can expect to see some violence and gore, but if you go in expecting slasher film levels of blood, you’ll be disappointed.
Why is Spiderman a 12A?
The reason for the 12 was that the film contained a level of personal violence and a revenge theme that went beyond what was acceptable under the PG level BBFC Guidelines of the time, which only allowed: ‘Moderate violence without detail … if justified by its setting’.
Can I take my 4 year old to see a 12A film?
Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult.
Do Vue Cinemas ask for ID?
To get into a 12A or 15 rated movie at Vue you are required to take photo ID. The only photo ID that 12-15 year olds are likely to have is a passport not a driving licence as noted on Vue website.
Can a 13 year old see a 15 film?
(12A) 12A No-one younger than 12 may see a ’12A’ film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Responsibility for allowing under-12s to view lies with the accompanying or supervising adult. (15) 15 No-one younger than 15 may see a ’15’ film in a cinema.
Is the Batman a 15A?
The Batman had originally been given a 15 rating by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). Belfast is the only location in the UK where the movie, starring Robert Pattinson, will have a 15A rating. That is a certification more often used in the Republic of Ireland.
What age rating is Black Panther?
“Black Panther” is rated PG-13
Common Sense Media recommends it for ages 12 and above. It’s an action film with limited gore (I don’t believe I saw blood once) but there are plenty of explosions, gunfire and, in a couple scenes, death.
Can an 8 year old watch a PG-13 movie?
According to the Motion Picture Association, the PG-13 label means the movie is fine for kids over the age of thirteen. It may not, however, be appropriate for children under thirteen because of language, violence, nudity, and other mature content. But some parents say many PG-13 movies make them uncomfortable.