There are five different age ratings for films in the UK, these are...
= ''Suitable for All''.
A 'U' film should be suitable for audiences ages four years or older. 'U' films should be set within a positive moral and the film should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror.
= ''General Viewing''
Some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A 'PG' film should not disturb a child ages around eight or older. Parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger children.
Both symbols mean the same thing, the material is only suitable for those aged 12 and over. Works classified as these may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them. The 12A category exists only for cinema films, nobody younger than 12 may see a 12A film unless accompanied by an adult. An adult may take a younger child if they feel that it will be suitable for them.
The 12 symbol exists only for video works.
The above symbol means that no persons younger than 15 can see or rent this film.
The above symbol means that no persons younger than 18 can see or rent this film.
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I have done some research into our film inspirations and have discovered that the film age rating was mainly U with some being PG and 12a for mild swearing and scenes of a sexual nature.
- Emma = U
- Pride & Prejudice = U
- Sense and Sensibility = U
- A Room with a View = PG
- Becoming Jane = PG
- The Duchess = 12a
