The age certification on classic films including Rocky and Flash Gordon has been raised to reflect “changing standards in society”.
Flash Gordon, meanwhile, was described by the ratings body as containing “moderate violence, language, sex references and discriminatory stereotypes”, also rising from PG to 12A.
The BBFC received 93 complaints over the last year, 27 of which concerned Flash Gordon.
A scene of domestic abuse in Rocky was cited as part of the reason for raising its age rating from PG (Parental Guidance) to 12A.