Guidelines for the Classification of Films 2012
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Classifiable elements
THEMES
The treatment of themes should have a very low sense of threat or menace, and be justified by context.
VIOLENCE
Violence should have only a low sense of threat or menace, and be justified by context.
Sexual violence is not permitted.
SEX
Sexual activity should be very mild and very discreetly implied, and be justified by context.
LANGUAGE
Coarse language should be very mild and infrequent, and be justified by context.
DRUG USE
Drug use should be implied only very discreetly, and be justified by context.
NUDITY
Nudity should be justified by context.
Note: Some of the terms used in this category are defined in the List of Terms at the end of these Guidelines.
PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE
Impact test
The impact of the classifiable elements for material classified PG should be no higher than mild.
Note: Material classified PG may contain material which some children find confusing or upsetting, and may require the guidance of parents or guardians. It is not recommended for viewing by persons under 15 without guidance from parents or guardians.