In response to growing industry demand, the BBFC is very pleased to announce that from the 1st August 2008 we will accept digital film submissions. Additionally, in the next couple of months, we aim to have 3D capability.
Below are a number of questions and answers that should help guide the Board's film customers with our digital requirements.
Customers will be able to submit their digital films in any of the following ways;
a: USB Hard Drive
b: USB Memory Stick
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For works submitted on a USB hard drive or USB memory stick, the BBFC requires submission by 12pm the day before examination to allow time for full server ingest.
Yes please, each feature requires a unique KDM key which can emailed to projection@bbfc.co.uk. Please ensure the key is valid on the day of examination between 8am and 7pm.
No, if it is the same work in the same ratio, albeit a slightly clearer image, there is no need for two classifications.
Yes, the 3D version offers up a different experience to the viewer which may raise differing classification issues.
Yes, the BBFC will continue to accept 35mm for the foreseeable future.
I hope this clarifies the Board's position but should you have any queries please email me, or contact the Board's Projection team on 020 7440 1590/1591.
We look forward to the industry making use of this new BBFC service and to receiving your digital submissions.
Dave Barrett
Head of Operations
ddi 020 7440 1583