The Truman Show

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Reflective Essay Questions for The Truman Show Mr. Mendelsohn/ English-Language Arts/ Verdugo Hills Multimedia Magnet HS Directions: On your own paper, answer the following questions based on your viewing of The Truman Show. All answers should contain specific references (CDs) to scenes or dialogue from the film. 1. In your own words, describe Truman’s world, using at least three (3) concrete details. According to Christof (“The Creator”), why is Truman’s world more desirable than the “real” world? 2. What is Truman’s job, and why do you think he has it? How does his job reflect and/or reinforce his fears? 3. What are three (3) specific clues that Truman’s world is an illusion? At what point does Truman become aware that things are not as they appear to be? 4. What accounts for Truman’s increasingly anxious and (in some cases) violent behavior? In your opinion, are these the reactions of a “sane” person? Explain why or why not. 5. Compare the reaction(s) of Truman’s audience during the show and after he leaves: Why do so many want to see him get out? How does the audience respond after he does? What commentary on modern-day society do you think the filmmaker is making? 6. Name at least two (2) specific ways we have become a society of spectators. Do you see yourself as more of a watcher or a participant in life? Briefly explain your answer. 7. Agree or disagree with Christof’s statement, “We accept the reality of the world with which we’re presented.” What commentary on modern-day society do you think the director is making? Revised 6/2009

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