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The 1990 version of the well-known, well-loved classic is told in vivid color and with exciting action sequences. Yet, what really made me love it was the performances of the young cast. They felt honest and real. I was especially moved by Balthazar Getty’s poignant portrayal of Ralph. He seemed like a fairly disciplined student and at the same time just a kid, thrown into a situation where he tried to do his best, as adults would have wanted. I sympathized with him, rooted for him, and cried with him when all seemed to be lost. His performance stayed on my mind for several days after I watched it. He has the rare ability to be simultaneously authentic and charming without precociousness. The other cast members were also impassioned: Chris Furrh did a good job progressing from an adventure seeker into a violent dictator. I wouldn’t want to be stuck on an island with that guy let alone in a helicopter. Even more affecting was Danuel Pipoly’s Piggy. Did anyone actually watch this movie without dying a little inside for the young voice of reason? Simon portrayed by James Badge Dale could have gotten more screen time; his important scene was not explained as well as I would have liked. The viewer was left to understand the meaning and magnitude of Simon’s discovery of the “Lord of the Flies”. If you have read the novel, then you know what it signifies, otherwise I don’t think the scene in the movie makes it clear. While I have read some criticisms of this movie stating that they just “let the boys do whatever they wanted” – I find that unfair. Having read the story days before watching it, I believe the filmmakers depicted the key points in the story with emotion, depth and credulity. I highly recommend this film—I think I’ll go watch it again.Read full review
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This DVD is a remake of an earlier film of the same title. Although entertaining, the original is far, far superior. Reading the novel is a must to fully comprehend the underlying theme conveyed by Golding, the author.
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Not exactly what I expected. But interested just the same. If this really happened to these boys. There wasn't much organization. But kids will be kids. Not my kind of movie.
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I remember when I was 9 or 10 I saw Lord of the Flies for the first time. Needless to say, it left a deep impression on me. For the first time I realized the potential in human beings, the necessity for order and rules, the ruthlessness of bullies and the kindness of good and true friends. This is the story of a group of military school boys who survived a plane crash and were stranded on a tropical island. The all for one and one for all spirit quickly left and a division into two groups was made between the boys. You watch how power, control and ruthlessness take over one group of children - the hunters - while the other smaller group try to remain within reason, and struggle against the elements and the stronger hunters. The eye opening reality -- that this very well could be the course a real situation (similar to the one depected in this film) could take -- is rather frightening. I think this is a good movie for middle school students (maybe younger these days??) to watch with thier parents so that they can think about the situations protrayed in the film, whether they are good/bad/right/wrong, what they would do, who they would be friends with, and what they think of how things are being handled. It's a great discussion piece - take the opportunity to watch this with your (pre)teens and find out what they're thinking - you could learn a lot! You'll also enjoy the movie, too.Read full review
Excellent movie. Brings the book to life. As a remake the only thing this version has over the original is that it's in color and the boys have better acting skills.
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