Notes On Module B – Truman Show

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Notes On Module B – Truman Show Film: The Truman Show by Peter Weir

DISTINCTIVE QUALITIES: Distinctive Qualities Presented in The Truman Show – Privacy – Manipulation & Control – Relationships – Consumerism & Commercialism – Reality & Hyperreality – Power of the Media – Conformity & Individuality – American Dream – Rebellion – Authenticity – Authenticity Scene: End scene/Truman leaving his “reality” Thesis Statements: Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one. – The artificial world which we are surrounded by manages to continue its unrealism due to its constant repetition of artificiality. Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn\’t go away. – The journey for the truth sub-consciously guides individuals on a path which leads them to a new reality How do we know that the sky is not green and we are all colour-blind? – Individuals within a reality are made to believe the world around them is truthful due to influences out of their control. There are no facts, only interpretations – As an individual is surrounded by an artificial world, they are subconsciously part of a dystopian society who are hiding the unforeseen truth from them. Reality leaves a lot to the imagination – The curiosity of those who feel trapped in their so-called reality causes them to question their existence, leading them to imagine if what they are witnessing is real. Everything you can imagine is real – Imagination is the key for individuals to break through the forceful constructs of their reality, allowing them to witness a new profound truth Reality bites… and doesn\’t let go. – The truth is inevitable with it shining through the most artificial of realities until it is discovered Distinctive qualities presented in Truman show: Relationships, consumerism and commercialism, reality and hyperreality, power of the media, privacy, manipulation and control, conformity and individuality, the american dream, rebellion and authenticity. Perspective: The film is presented in the 3rd person perspective of their “eye” watching down on Truman and his life.