‘Lord of the Flies’ Review: ‘Adolescence’ Echoes Through Netflix’s Vivid, Eerie Adaptation
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- Netflix launches a four‑hour limited series adaptation of “Lord of the Flies” amid a recent 9‑10% share decline, hoping to boost subscriber engagement.
- Google rolls out Gemini AI integration across Chrome for millions of users and expands the feature to Mac apps, accelerating its AI‑first browser strategy.
- Jack Thorne keeps the adaptation faithful to Golding’s novel, set in the early 1950s and focusing on character‑driven episodes rather than horror or ongoing series format.
Why it matters: Netflix hopes the series will boost subscriber engagement and stem its 9‑10% share slide, while Google’s Gemini rollout aims to lock in browser users and drive AI‑powered ad revenue.
