U and PG Ratings

My understanding of a U film is what the BBFC tell us it is: 'It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. But a U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. U films should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror.' I also understand there should be no discrimination or references to drugs unless they are clearly disapproved of or have a educational purpose. The violence should be mild and not too scary, no bad behavious which is likely to be copied easily by children, and the only sexual references should be kissing, and refered to as 'making love'.

An example of a successful U rated film:


My understanding of a PG film is also what the BBFC tells us it is: 'Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A ‘PG’ film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.' Also, PG rated films are similar to a U rated film, as discrimination and drug references must show a educational meaning and/or be disapproved of. Horror scenes musnt be prolonged, and should be counter-balanced by something happy/good. Sexual references may be implied but infrequent, not-gory mild violence and mild bad language only.

An example of a successful PG rated film: