In the UK the BBFC are an independent, film-funded, non-profit organisation that give certificates in order to classify films through age ratings. Films have been classified since 1913, of which is different to that of the American rating system. The American rating system (MPAA) was only introduced in 1968, and therefore any films before hand would be viewable by all ages. This system works in a very similar way to the BBFC, aside from the actual ratings given, which differs. The American system does not classify that all films have to be rated, and films can therefore bypass the process entirely and be shown as unrated. Generally, unrated films are amateur, home videos, and are not usually shown in cinemas. The council do have the final word over the BBFC, and can overrule a decision they make if it is deemed necessary, although this overruling is rarely practised. The US rating system is also not linked with the US government. These rules used are constantly being changed, and adapted to fit in with societies set standards, which are also ever changing. Periodic data is constantly being undertaken in order to change and adapt the rules which are set by the MPAA and BFBC.
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