Review | The ‘Lord of the Flies’ Series Is a Ravishing Blend of Civility and Savagery

‘Lord of the Flies’ Has Been Misunderstood for Too Long

The new Netflix adaptation from 'Adolescence' creator Jack Thorne proves that the cautionary tale about lost boys is more meaningful than ever. As Thorne tells Esquire, “How difficult it is to be a boy is something that will always fascinate me.”

Review | The ‘Lord of the Flies’ series is a ravishing blend of civility and savagery

It’s been a hot minute since I read William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies” in high school, or since I watched the 1963 film adaptation of the novel at the same time, and I was afraid I would miss some of the key details in the new adaptation. Despite this, I’ve got to say I was thoroughly impressed with the BBC television series adapting Golding’s novel on Netflix and its ability not only to be faithful to the book, but also to enhance it. The re…

Why Did They Kill Simon in 'Lord of the Flies,' and What Does His Death Signify?

Fans of the TV show 'Lord of the Flies' are confused as to why they killed Simon. Furthermore, what is the significance behind his passing?

Watch boys go from frightened to feral in an unforgettable 'Lord of the Flies'

David Bianculli on NPR: Since its publication in 1954, the William Golding novel Lord of the Flies has been one of the most popular books on many high school reading lists. It’s about a group of British schoolboys who survive a plane crash on a remote island, and are forced to figure out how to sustain themselves without any adult supervision. Two movies have been made from the story, in 1963 and 1990. Now, Netflix and the BBC present the first …

Television Review: "Lord of the Flies" - A Savage Island, Revisited

A remarkable young cast anchors Netflix’s "Lord of the Flies," a haunting adaptation that resonates sharply with today’s anxieties about masculinity and violence.