Lesson Four - The Truman Show

In order to complete this lesson, you will have to find the movie on Netflix (or other) or borrow a copy from the school or library.   The movie is entitled:  The Truman Show. Check the discounted bins at places like Wal-Mart if you wish to purchase a copy.

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?