R18 Classification

R18- To be shown only in specially licensed cinemas, or supplied only in licensed sex shops, and to adults of not less than 18

• The R18 catergory is special and legally restricted classification
• Primarily for explicit works of consenting sex or strong fetish material involving adults
• Films only be shown in licensed cinemas
• Videos supplied only to adults only in licensed sex shops
• R18 video works may not be supplied by mail order

THE FOLLWING CONTENT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:

1. Any material which is in breach of the criminal law (material judged obscene under the act)
2. Material including dialogue likely to encourage interest in sexually abusive activity (e.g. paedophilia/ rape) which may involve adults role- playing as non adults
3. The potrayal of any sexual activity which involves lack of consent/ any form of physical restraint which they cannot indicate withdrawal of consent
4. The infliction of pain or acts which may cause lasting physical harm
5. Penetration by any object associated with violence or likely to cause physical harm
6. Any sexual threats, humiliation or abuse which does not form part of a clearly consenting role-playing games

These guidelines will be applied to the same standard regardless of sexual orientation