By: Alex Phuong (Two Beers) –
Many of the greatest stories of all time are about the classic conflict between good and evil. Despite the heroic efforts of virtuous protagonists, evil can also be found within. William Golding is the author of the literary classic The Lord of the Flies, and Peter Brook masterfully directed the first film adaptation of that iconic novel, released in 1963.
A Toast!
This is a brilliant adaptation of William Golding’s celebrated novel! This film is oftentimes featured in high school English classes when students study this literary classic. The titular phrase holds great symbolic meaning in both mediums as it represents the devilish qualities of being human. The film can also teach audiences that being evil really is a choice.
Beer Two
Needless to say, this film could be very intense, especially as the young boys descend into madness and animalistic behavior.
Verdict
This film, along with the original novel, offer profound insight about what it means to be human while also reminding audiences that all people are fundamentally animals by default.
The Lord of the Flies (1963) Bonus Drinking Game
Take a Drink: every time the conch shell and Piggy’s glasses act as motifs throughout the film (including the original novel)
Drink a Shot: for every beautiful shot of beaches upon the deserted island
And Do Not Be Sober: as this powerful film reveals the fundamentally innate evil that is within all people
