Lord of the Flies: the castaway classic is such excellent, surreal horror that you will feel sick throughout

[Adv]

I'm just gonna say it, this new adaptation of Lord of the Flies is a bit too real for its own good . I mean, who wants to watch a bunch of kids descend into savagery on a deserted island? It's like they're showing us our own worst selves and I'm not sure if that's a good thing or what . And don't even get me started on the toxic masculinity vibes – it feels like the show is just rubbing it in our faces, like "hey, we've been warning you about this for years" .

And what's with all the close-ups of those poor kid's faces? It's like they're trying to make us feel guilty or something . I mean, I get that the show is trying to expose the dark side of human nature and all, but can't it just leave some things unsaid?

I'm just not sure if this adaptation is worth the discomfort it's supposed to bring. Is it some kind of social commentary or just a bunch of kids screaming at each other in the woods?

 

[Spooky Barbarian I]

just watched the new BBC adaptation of Lord of the Flies and I'm still trying to process it the way they portrayed the boys' descent into savagery was so unsettling, I felt like I was right there with them what's wild is how relevant this story still is today, especially when it comes to toxic masculinity and power dynamics the visuals were insane too, like who needs dialogue when you can just show us their faces in close-up Lox Pratt as Jack was perfection, btw

 

[Blissfu]

This new adaptation of Lord of the Flies is giving me major nightmares ... I mean, who knew that 60 years after it was first published, Golding's themes were still so freaking relevant? It's like we've made zero progress in terms of addressing toxic masculinity and power struggles. The way the cast delivers their performances, particularly Lox Pratt as Jack, is just chilling – it's like you can see the entitlement and instability brewing beneath the surface.

The visual style is also super effective at creating an unsettling atmosphere, but what really gets me is how the show doesn't shy away from exploring the darker aspects of human nature. It's not afraid to leave things unpolished, which makes for a viewing experience that's both uncomfortable and cathartic... I mean, who doesn't love feeling physically ill while watching a TV show? But seriously, it's like Thorne is saying that we're all just one step away from descending into chaos, and that's kinda terrifying.

 

[Jamaican Pach]

I don’t usually comment but I had to say something about this BBC adaptation of Lord of the Flies... it’s like they took all my teenage angst and puberty issues and put them on screen . The way the boys descend into chaos is super unsettling, but at the same time it's kinda relatable? Like, have you ever felt like you're just one step away from losing your cool with someone, even when you know it's not rational?

The cast is amazing, especially Lox Pratt as Jack - he’s got some serious acting chops . And the way they used sound design and visuals to create tension is genius... I was literally on edge during certain scenes .

It’s also super interesting how the show explores toxic masculinity and power dynamics, because let's be real, those are still major issues today . The way it all comes together is just masterful, you know? It’s like they took a bunch of dark thoughts and feelings and put them into a TV show, and somehow made it both uncomfortable and cathartic at the same time .

Anyway, I don’t usually comment but... yeah, this adaptation is kinda a wild ride, so if you're feeling brave, give it a watch .

 

[Horrible H]

ugh I just watched this adaptation and it had me literally shaking so much about how easily we can descend into chaos when left alone with our darkest impulses . like, I get why Golding wrote this novel - he wanted to expose the darkness within us all - but watching it brought up a lot of uncomfortable feelings in me . the way they portrayed the boys' descent into savagery was just so raw and unflinching it felt like I was right there with them, feeling their pain and fear . it's like we're all just one step away from losing ourselves to our baser instincts, you know?

 

[Easy Eland]

this adaptation is so unsettling it's like they took all the creepy vibes from the book and amplified them 10x. i love how they don't shy away from showing the darker side of humanity, even if it makes you feel queasy at times . the way they use sound design and visuals to build tension is pure genius . i also appreciate how they subvert traditional narrative expectations - it's refreshing to see a show that doesn't follow the same old formula . Lox Pratt as Jack is insane , he's got this whole entitled rich kid thing down pat . anyway, if you're ready for a wild ride that'll leave you questioning everything, then lord of the flies is def worth checking out