film certificates

Suitable for all: this means it is suitable for all ages above 4, as it cannot be predicted what may upset a child.

Parental guidance: general viewing, although some scenes may be inappropriate for little children, it shouldn't disturb children aged 8 or over.

suitable for 12 years and over: there are two categories for this '12' and '12A' the A is used for cinema purposes meaning children below the age of 12 cannot view them, whereas the other one is for purchase and rental purposes.


suitable for 15 years and over: no one below age 15 should be allowed to watch these.

suitable for 18 years and over: no one below age 18 should be allowed to watch these as they may contain high levels of violence and swearing