Section A – cultural content
A1: Programme set in the UK or EEA – Up to 4
A2: Lead characters are British or EEA citizens/residents – Up to 4
A3: Programme based on British or EEA subject matter or underlying material – 4
A4: Original dialogue recorded mainly in English or UK indigenous language or EEA language – Up to 6
Section B – cultural contribution
The programme demonstrates British creativity, British heritage and/or diversity – Up to 4
Section C – cultural hubs
C1
(a) At least 50% of the principal photography or SFX takes place in the UK – 2
(b) At least 50% of the VFX takes place in the UK – 2
(c) An extra 2 points can be awarded if at least 80% of principal photography or VFX or SFX takes place in the UK – 2 (max 4 points in total in C1)
C2: Music recording/audio post-production/picture post-production – 1
Section D – cultural practitioners
D1: Director – 1
D2: Scriptwriter – 1
D3: Producer – 1
D4: Composer – 1
D5: Lead actors – 1
D6: Majority of cast – 1
D7: Key staff (lead cinematographer, lead production designer, lead costume designer, lead editor, lead sound designer, lead visual effects supervisor, lead hair and makeup supervisor) – 1
D8: Majority of crew – 1
Total Section D 8 points
Total – 35
See the guidance notes for further information on points.