Review of Lord of the Flies (1963) by Lee M — 23 Apr 2010

Creepy and all too realistic, check the Criterion DVD for countless extras that enrich this already amazing film.

This review of Lord of the Flies (1963) was written by Lee M on 23 Apr 2010.

Lord of the Flies has generally received positive reviews.

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