Whip It

[jessdance]

In the Part where is states
Sex: Sexual activity may be implied. Sex references may reflect what is likely to be familiar to most adolescents but should not go beyond what is suitable for them.

I believe most 12 year olds are not ready to listen to some of the conversation in a few scene's in this film..
One scene is the main girl trying to make her friend sick so she tells here to imagine her dads Privates (describing them in a way I wont repeat), when having sex with her mother. Am sure 12 old girls are not ready for that.

Also what is the difference between a 12a film and a 12 film then.?? Sorry to sound daft but why have 2 rating then?

Jess.

This is the the Guidelines for a 12A film, so you shouldnt have no complaints, as the film is meant for over 12,s to watch


Suitable for 12 years and over. No-one younger than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film unless accompanied by an adult. Responsibility for allowing under 12s to view lies with the accompanying or supervising adult.

Theme: Mature themes are acceptable, but their treament must be suitable for young teenagers.

Language: The use of strong language (eg 'f***') must be infrequent. Racist abuse is also of particular concern.

Nudity: Nudity is allowed, but in a sexual context it must be brief and discreet.

Sex: Sexual activity may be implied. Sex references may reflect what is likely to be familiar to most adolescents but should not go beyond what is suitable for them.

Violence: Violence must not dwell on detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood. Sexual violence may only be implied or briefly and discreetly indicated.

Imitable techniques: Dangerous techniques (eg combat, hanging, suicide and self-harming) should not dwell on imitable detail or appear pain or harm free. Easily accessible weapons should not be glamorised.

Horror: Sustained moderate threat and menace are permitted. Occasional gory moments only.

Drugs: Any misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should not be glamorised or instructional.

[CKLeigh]

Hi all

I went to see this last night with my 14 year old sister at Shephard's Bush and I really enjoyed it as did my sister. True there were a fair few late teen/adult themes but i thought it was a good film for her age group and it made some of the embarrassing things actually quite funny. My sister is quite mature for her age anyway and not overly sensitive so i dont think it scarred her in any way! Great film worth seeing with someone in their teens or for teenagers to see with friends. I didn't expect to like it but i'm in my mid 20's and i did but then again I love Ellen Page anyway especially in Juno and Drew Barrymore is just hilarious. Definitely inspired me to get the rollerblades/skates out this summer, weather permitting!

[jaybee]

Also what is the difference between a 12a film and a 12 film then.?? Sorry to sound daft but why have 2 rating then?

From the British Board Of Film Classification (BBFC) website, where you'll also find the guidelines for each classification:-

12A/12

Suitable for 12 years and over. Exactly the same criteria are used to classify works at ‘12A’ and ‘12’. These categories are awarded where the material is suitable, in general, only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.

The ‘12A’ category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified ‘12A’ are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgement, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult. The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or b*y a ‘12’ rated video work.

[valda]

I saw it in Shepherds Bush, second film of the day

I enjoyed it, made me want to start roller skating away despite my advanced years. It was all pretty much as expected. I've not seen Juno so can't compare it to that. 6/10

[jessdance]

Also what is the difference between a 12a film and a 12 film then.?? Sorry to sound daft but why have 2 rating then?

From the British Board Of Film Classification (BBFC) website, where you'll also find the guidelines for each classification:-

12A/12

Suitable for 12 years and over. Exactly the same criteria are used to classify works at ‘12A’ and ‘12’. These categories are awarded where the material is suitable, in general, only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.

The ‘12A’ category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified ‘12A’ are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgement, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult. The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or b*y a ‘12’ rated video work.

Thanks For that .. Still Believe tho that this 12a film was rated wrongly for some of its scenes. More what was said that anything else..
Jess

[kevinknapman]

Saw this last night at Shepherds Bush as well. After being made to wait almost half an hour to get in, due to a screening of 'I Love You Phillip Morris' which didn't finish until just after 18.20. Even then the film didn't start until 18.40.
I really enjoyed this. A bit rough and ready and not particularly original but very entertaining. The acting in general was pretty good (I particularly liked Andrew Wilson, Brother of Owen and Luke as the 'Hurl Scouts' long suffering coach) and I thought Drew Barrymore did a fine job as director overall. Plus any film that has The Ramones, The Breeders and Jens Lekman on the soundtrack is fine by me.

[biggins]

Saw this last night at Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh. Pretty much what I expected -watchable but not memorable. A few laughs with the cinema about 75% full. There was a young boy of about 9 years old with his mother -didn't think some of it was suitable for someone so young. Perhaps his mother thought it was just about rollerskating.

6 out of 10

[superhero]

It was all easy, enjoyable watching as most people would say, but it's not a film I would have picked if I had to p*y for a ticket. The world of derby skating was something different and more exciting that I thought, but this film was very much like most Drew Barrymore films, quirky, leftfield, quite frothy. You're never going to have a mindblowing experience watching her films, but it makes for a nice date. My friend thoroughly enjoyed the music in the film though.6.5/10 for me

[marjoreemarjora]

Saw this tonight in very wet Edinburgh. Cinema less than 50% full not surprising considering how wet it was.

Nice to meet Alythonian too. Hopefully more time to chat at next film

Film was not as bad as I had thought it might have been from reading the earlier posts. Lots of small children though so again not sure of the 12A rating.

Predictable when she took up the roller skating, as seen lots of these sort of sports films before (favourite being Major League) when it was Charlie Sheen - Wild Thing - that turned the team around.

Thought the lead girl was quite good, but did not like the under water scenes - not sure what they added to the film.

Watchable but forgetable.

5.5/10 from me

[jaybee]

Saw this tonight in Norwich which was about 75% full. Thought it was a fairly run-of-the-mill film but a pleasant enough way to spend a couple of hours. 6/10