Jack Thorne's version of this literary classic demonstrates how bold, smart choices can breathe life into something that might have otherwise been stale. In episode 381, join Luke Elliott and James Bailey as they discuss all four episodes, appreciate strong performances by the young leads, debate the value of getting surreal with color, and explore how the expanded backstories for each character slightly changes the story's overall themes. The finish by casting their votes on which one is ultimately better: the book or the show?

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William Golding's iconic tale of a group of boys stranded on an island without adults has long been a part of school curriculums in the English-speaking world, but what is it actually about? In episode 380, join Luke Elliott & James Bailey as they ask whether humans are inherently evil, reflect on how Golding's experiences in World War II may have influenced his worldview, debate the value of using a group of boys to represent humanity, explore the symbolism of the pig's head, and compare the book to some of the other notable books people read in school. Join them next week when they discuss the Netflix adaptation by Jack Thorne!

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Paul King's prequel to "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" (1971) explores the candy man's origin. Is a light and fluffy musical version of this world, along with a solid performance by Timothée Chalamet, enough to recapture the magic of the 1970s classic? Don't miss out on this golden ticket to our former Patreon-exclusive episode!

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Luke Elliott

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James Bailey

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