These Stranded Teens Lived A Real Life 'Lord of the Flies'

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Peter had some serious connections in the film industry thanks to his powerful father. He had a perfect idea: get the story’s film rights. Once he had them, he presented the idea to the Tonga government. The boys would act in the movie and Peter would provide a boat. The plan worked perfectly! The government permitted it and the boys were freed to their families...

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