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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.
Videos classified 'Uc' are particularly
suitable for pre-school children and normally raise none of the issues
set out below.
Theme
Treatment of problematic themes must be
sensitive and appropriate for a younger audience.
Language
Infrequent use only of very mild bad
language.
Nudity
Occasional natural nudity, with no sexual
context.
Sex
Mild sexual behaviour (eg kissing) and
references only (eg to ‘making love’).
Violence
Mild violence only.
Occasional mild threat or menace only.
Imitable techniques
No emphasis on realistic or easily
accessible weapons. No potentially dangerous behaviour which young
children are likely to copy.
Horror
Horror effects should be mild and brief and
should take account of the presence of very young viewers. The outcome
should be reassuring.
Drugs
No references to illegal drugs or drug
misuse unless there is a clear educational purpose or clear anti-drug
message suitable for the audience.
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