Lesson: Part 1

In order to complete this lesson, you will have to borrow or purchase a copy of the DVD (or video) of The Truman Show. Check the discounted bins at places like Wal-Mart and Superstore to buy, or your local library to borrow.  It may also be available on Netflix.

Viewing the film (one day)

  • View The Truman Show in its entirety to get a fluent sense of the film.
  • Read the analysis of the film.

Responding to the film (three days)

  • View the movie a second time, paying attention to the moments where Truman begins to become aware of his situation.
  • Make notes of these incidents which illustrate Truman's gradual awakening.
  • During these incidents, what is he thinking? What is he discovering about his situation? What is he discovering about himself?