BBFC film regulation

 1) Research the BBFC in more detail: what is the institution responsible for? How is it funded? What link does it have to government? This history of the BBFC page may help.

It is responsible for giving age rating on shows and movies to suggest and advise what the age should be of the people watching them. It is not funded by the Government but by the service fees paid by the film distributers.    

2) Read this BBFC guide to how films are rated. Summarise the process in 50 words.

They watch DVDs on their own if its aimed at children and if it is controversial or extreme then it is seen by teams to get a range of opinions. It is rated U, PG, 12A, 15, and 18 based on the level of inappropriate language, nudity and violence shown in it 

3) Read this BBFC section on landmark decisions. Why did The Dark Knight generate a large amount of media coverage regarding its certificate? Do you agree with the 12A certificate The Dark Knight was awarded?

The main issues are violence and threat at 12A there should not be any emphasis on injuries or blood and the violence is quickly edited in the film not dwelling too long on it so therefore 12A is suitable.

4) What are the guidelines for a 12A certificate - Blinded By The Light's cinema certificate (it was rated 12 for its home video release)?

12A means that anyone under 12 can watch it as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian and has their permission. 

5) The BBFC website offers an explanation of every classification it makes and detailed case studies on selected titles. Look at the rating for Blinded By The Light and explain why it was given a 12A certificate for cinema release.

There is frequent bad language which may be why the film is not suited U or PG, there are racist remarks used throughout the film like the p word and there is some blood and injury but it is not focused on so it is 12A.