12A certificate film

12A Rated Films

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 can go and  see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Discriminatory language or behaviour must not be countersigned by the work as a whole. Aggressive discriminatory language or behaviour is unlikely to be acceptable unless clearly condemned. Misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should not be glamorised or give instructional detail as younger children may be influenced. No endorsement of anti-social behaviour. There may be moderate language. Strong language may be permitted, depending on the manner in which it is used, who is using the language, its frequency within the work as a whole and any special contextual justification. There may be nudity, but in a sexual context it must be brief and discreet. Sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed. Moderate sex references are permitted, but frequent crude references are unlikely to be acceptable. Sexual violence may only be implied or briefly and discreetly indicated, and its depiction must be justified by context.