Bbfc who are they The BBFC or otherwise known as the British Board of Film Classification is a company that regulates and puts films into certain classifications in the way of age ratings ID: 787378
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Section 3 – Regulation of the media sector
Slide2Bbfc – who are they?
The BBFC or otherwise known as the British Board of Film Classification is a company that regulates and puts films into certain classifications in the way of age ratings.
The age ratings go from; U – suitable for all. PG – Parental Guidance. 12 – suitable for 12 year olds and older. 15 – Suitable for 15 year olds and over only. 18 – Suitable for adults only.
There is one case study about a decision they made about the 1979 film Alien. There was a discussion about whether to make the film “AA” which meant it would be available for 14 year olds or whether it should be an “X” which meant it would only be available for 18 and up. In the end it was made an 18. this was because it had similar horror moments as other films such as, Jaws and Body Snatchers.
Slide3Pegi
Pan European Game Information or better known as PEGI. PEGI is similar to BBFC but work more with video games.
In the UK alone, around 37% of people aged between 16 and 49 would describe themselves as active gamers. Most games are rated for all ages, around 49%, there are still games that are rated above 18, which takes up around 4% and still rising.
PEGI is recognised throughout Europe and put in place to protect children from video games that are not suitable for their age group. One case study would be the GTA 5 controversy. Ever since the game released it has been raising controversial comments and being blamed for crimes caused in real life. It was given an 18 rating as it contains very violent scenes and a torture scene.
Slide4PCC or now ISPO
PCC or otherwise known as the independent press standards organisation regulate Newspapers and articles and holds them account for their actions. They protect people’s rights, uphold high standards of journalism and help to keep the freedom of expression fo
r the press.
ISPO makes sure that member newspapers and magazines follow the editor’s code.Investigate complaints about printed and online material that might break the Editor’s code.The ISPO is funded by the RFC.
Slide5ASA
The ASA deal with advertisements in the media industry and make sure the Editor’s rule isn’t broken.
They cover things such as;
Press Ads. Radio and TV ads. Ads on the internet, smartphones or tablets. Ad claims on companies’ own websites. Commercial e-mail and text messages. Posters/billboards. Leaflets and brochures. Ads at the cinema. Direct mail, whether addressed to you personally or not.
Slide6OFCOM
OFCOM is the communications regulator in the UK.
They regulate the TV, Radio and vide-on-demand sectors.
They make sure that people in the UK get the best from their communications services and are protected from scams and other means of damage, while ensuring that there is still competition. OFCOM operates under a number of Acts of Parliament, including in particular the Communications Act 2003. OFCOM must act within the powers of this law.Ofcom is funded by fees from industry for regulating broadcasting and communications networks, and grant-in-aid from the Government.