ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 2 2024
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 16 SEPTEMBER 2024
, LCR4803
Assignment 2
Semester 2 2024
Due Date: 16 September 2024
Media Law
Question 1.1
(a) Classification of Publications Under the Films and Publications Act 65 of 1996
Under the Films and Publications Act 65 of 1996, publications are reviewed and
classified to ensure they are appropriate for different audiences.
Possible classifications
1. "X18" Classification: This is given to adult content, such as material that shows
explicit sexual conduct. This classification is for publications that are only
intended for adult viewers, meaning no one under the age of 18 should access
them. The idea is to protect children and young people from being exposed to
material that might be harmful or inappropriate for their age.
2. "Refused Classification": This is a step further than "X18" where the material is
considered so harmful that it should not be distributed at all. This includes
content that might incite violence, promote hatred, or include extremely graphic
violence or sexual content that’s beyond acceptable limits. This classification
means the publication cannot legally be sold or distributed within South Africa.
(b) Virtual Child Pornography and the Legal Stance
Virtual child pornography refers to images or videos that are made using computer
graphics or other digital methods to depict children in explicit sexual situations. Unlike