Film Certificates

 

Universal (U) - All ages admitted, there is nothing unsuitable for children

 

Parental Guidance (PG) - All ages are admitted, but certain references could be unsuitable for young children. May contain mild language and sex/drugs references. It can contain mild language and sex/drugs references. May contain moderate violence if justified by context. (E.G: Fantasy Violence.)

 

12A - Cinema only. This classification was introduced in 2002. Films in this category are considered to be unsuitable for young children. Those aged under 12 are onlya admitted if they are accompanied by an adult, at all times during the motion picture. It's generally not recommended that children under 12 should watch the film. Films in this category contain mature themes, discrimination, soft drugs, infrequent strong language and discretely portrayed. Sexual violence may be implied.

 

 15 - Only those over 15 years are admitted. Nobody younger than 15 can rent or buy a 15 film. Films under this category can contain adult themes, hard drugs, frequent strong language and strong violence and sex references. Sexual activity may be portrayed but without any strong detail. Sexual violence may be shown if discreet and justified by context.

 

18 - Only adults are admitted. Nobody younger than 18 can rent or buy an 18-rated film, or watch an 18-film in the cinema. Films in this category don't have a limitation on the bad language, hard drugs are allowed, and explicit sex references and along with detailed sexual activity are also allowed.