The Truman Show Discussion Questions

Briefly record your thoughts as you watch the movie. Keep the question in mind
and add to your answer as the movie develops; but also read the next question
and record your observations as you continue to watch.

1. 11:35: Your first impressions: what’s odd about Truman and about life on
Seahaven? (Continue to observe odd details, but shift your main focus to the
next question.)

2. 14:26: What are the critical moments at which Truman’s perception of

reality changes?

3. 36:07: Note the changes in Truman’s whole personality. In what ways does
he change, & why?

4. 1:09:54: Who does Christof want to be? Who is he, really?

5. (End): What’s the most profound effect that watching “The Truman Show”
has had on the TV-viewing audience?

6. (End): At what point do you think Truman makes the most important
decision of his life?