Lewis Barnard AS Media : PG

PG

PG stands for Parental Guidance. A PG film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older

What should be in the classification of the PG class and what should not be in the classification:

Discriminatory language or behavior is unlikely to

be acceptable unless clearly disapproved of or in an

educational or historical context. Discrimination by

a character with which children can readily identify

is unlikely to be acceptable.

References to illegal drugs or drug misuse must be

innocuous or carry a suitable anti-drug message.

Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or

intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor.

Imitable behavior

No detail of potentially dangerous behavior which

young children are likely to copy. No realistic or easily accessible weapons.

Mild bad language only.

Nudity

Natural nudity, with no sexual context.

Sexual activity may be implied, but should be

discreet and infrequent. Mild sex references and

innuendo only.

Where more serious issues are feature nothing in their treatment should

condone unacceptable behavior.

Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed,

if justified by its context.