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Comparing and contrasting the two filmversions of ‘Lord of the Flies’.
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Comparing and contrasting the two film versions of 'Lord of the Flies' William Goldings chilling 1954 novel 'Lord of the Flies' has become a literary classic, exploring the human condition. It deals with complex and abstract ideas examining the balance of good and evil in mankind, the power of instinct and social conditioning and the nature of leadership. Translating these concerns into a visual medium is an extremely difficult task, and it is this challenge that two different film directors Peter Brook in 1961, and Harry Hook in 1981 took on board. In addition to the challenge of conveying these abstractions, the filmmakers who adapt the novels have other potential obstacles to overcome. A novel almost becomes the readers own creation as they can let their imagine run free, creating vivid mental images and choosing the appearance of the cast, helping them to relate to, and understand the character. The film medium...
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