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Lord of the Flies
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Adaptation of William Golding's novel about a group of schoolboys stranded on a deserted island, whose attempts to build their own civilisation descend into tragedy
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Jane Rackham
William Golding’s novel about schoolboys stranded on a desert island powerfully demonstrates how, without the restraints of society’s rules, humans can sink into moral decay. It starts post-plane crash with Piggy (David McKenna), the asthmatic intellectual of the group, and elected leader Ralph (Winston Sawyers) sensibly suggesting plans for survival. However, without any grown-ups around, most of the other youngsters are more interested in having fun than building a shelter. Power-hungry Jack (Lox Pratt) quickly learns that the more savage he becomes, the more he can control them.
There have been two cinematic versions (Peter Brook’s 1963 black-and-white film and Harry Hook’s contemporary version in 1990) but Adolescence writer Jack Thorne’s nuanced adaptation remains faithful to the source material. Director Marc Munden gives the production a confident, cinematic quality and its young cast are astonishingly good.
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rolenameRalphWinston SawyersJackLox PrattPiggyDavid McKennaSimonIke TalbutRogerThomas ConnorSamNoah FlemyngEricCassius FlemyngMauriceCornelius BrandrethBillTom Page-TurnerBoy with BirthmarkLake Coleman
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News & features about Lord of the Flies
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Where was Lord of the Flies filmed?
The series was filmed almost entirely on location in the jungle.
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How close does Lord of the Flies stick to William Golding's novel?
Jack Thorne has adapted the classic novel for BBC One and iPlayer.
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Jack Thorne on Adolescence, The Beatles movies and Lord of the Flies: The Radio Times Writers’ Room
Thorne, best-known for his work on Adolescence and His Dark Materials, is the latest guest on our interview series looking at the art of screenwriting.
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Why Lord of the Flies author William Golding didn't put girls on his classic novel's island
William Golding’s daughter Judy Carver recalls the seismic effect Lord of the Flies had on her father’s life and work.
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Lord of the Flies review: Jack Thorne's adaptation is a glorious reminder of the novel's power ★★★★☆
Thorne sticks closely to William Golding's text in this visually arresting four-parter.
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Lord of the Flies writer pushes back against 'anti-white' criticisms – "Ralph isn’t the hero"
"Ralph is the central character of the story, but not the hero."
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Adolescence writer's Lord of the Flies series finally gets release date confirmed with first-look trailer
The eerie trailer introduces us to Ralph, Jack, Piggy and Simon.
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Adolescence writer Jack Thorne reveals why BBC's new Lord of the Flies sticks to an all-male cast
From Skins to Adolescence, Jack Thorne is a master of telling gritty teenage stories. Now he’s tackling the big one – Lord of the Flies.
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Jack Thorne to adapt Lord of the Flies for TV
The adaptation of William Golding’s classic 1954 novel will be made up of four hour-long episodes.
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The Beatles movies writer teases director Sam Mendes is doing "amazing work" on star-studded films
Jack Thorne spoke exclusively with us for The Radio Times Writers' Room.
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Adolescence creator's new adaptation of beloved literary classic finally releases first-look photos
Lord of the Flies is coming to BBC One and iPlayer.
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