Capacity: 158 places
This interactive masterclass will go behind the scenes at the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). The session will cover a general introduction to the history of censorship and classification in the UK, and will include details on current BBFC guidelines, societal concerns and the current legislative framework that governs film and DVD classification, all illustrated with relevant clips.
This study day will focus on the film The Knife That Killed Me as it posed classification issues in a particular category. Students will discuss in detail the elements that determined the final certificate for this film.
Screening: The Knife That Killed Me (15)
Dirs Kit Monkman & Marcus Romer/ UK 2014/ 90 mins / Jack McMullen / Reece Dinsdale / Jamie Shelton
A journey through the memories of teenager Paul Varderman as he reflects on the events leading to the fatal moment his life is cut short. Paul moves to a new school and becomes involved with ‘The Freaks’, a group on the periphery of school life, those who don’t fit in: scene kids, emo kids, indie kids. Outsiders. At the same time he attracts the attention of the schools twisted and manipulative bully, Roth. When Paul delivers a message from Roth to the leader of a gang at a rival school, it sparks a dangerous feud. Faced with growing pressures from both groups, Paul must decide where his friendship lies, a decision that may cost him his life.
Led by Heidi Renton, BBFC Education Officer.
