Classification information

Office of Film & Literature Classification - Classification Category Details

G − GENERAL

Impact test

The impact of the classifiable elements for material classified G should be very mild only.

Note: The G classification is for a general audience. However, it does not necessarily indicate that children will enjoy the film or computer game. Some G films and games contain themes, story-lines or game play that do not interest children.

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.

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 or playing by persons under 15 without guidance from parents or guardians.

Classifiable elements

THEMES
The treatment of themes should generally have a low sense of threat or menace and be
justified by context.

VIOLENCE
Violence should be mild and infrequent, and be justified by context.
Sexual violence is not permitted.

SEX
Sexual activity should be mild and discreetly implied, and be justified by context.

LANGUAGE
Coarse language should be mild and infrequent, and be justified by context.

DRUG USE
Drug use should be justified by context.

NUDITY
Nudity should be justified by context.

M − MATURE

Impact test

The impact of the classifiable elements for material classified M should be no higher than
moderate.

Note: Material classified M is not recommended for persons under 15 years of age. There
are no legal restrictions on access.

Classifiable elements

THEMES
The treatment of themes may have a moderate sense of threat or menace, if justified by
context.

VIOLENCE
Moderate violence is permitted, if justified by context.
Sexual violence should be very limited and justified by context.

SEX
Sexual activity should be discreetly implied, if justified by context.

LANGUAGE
Coarse language may be used.
Aggressive or strong coarse language should be infrequent and justified by context.

DRUG USE
Drug use should be justified by context.

NUDITY
Nudity should be justified by context.