The Truman Show

 

   Okay, let's imagine that your entire life is broadcasted on national TV... and you don't even know it. Well, that's life for Jim Carey as he stars as Truman Burbank in Paramount's classic, The Truman Show. Also starring Ed Harris in his Oscar Nominated role as Christof. 

    Truman Burbank is a normal man, happy with his life as a successful business man. He has a perfect wife and some good friends. But what Truman doesn't know is that every moment of his life is being watched by people around the world on television. So, basically, Truman's life is a lie. Christof, the show's creator, had this going on for three decades, with millions of cameras in Truman's surroundings. It wasn't long until Truman decides to escape his show and set off on a journey to reality. 

   This movie proves that Jim Carey is not just a comedic actor. In movies like The Truman Show, Jim can be dramatic, too. But what caught my attention to this movie was this theory in life: what if your whole life is staged? I know, that's a lot to think about. But don't let the question bother you. I love movies where it leaves you thinking about life. Sort of like a similar movie that I admire, Pleasantville, where it also deals with television and similar tropes. Anyway, if you're into movies with deep meaning and questions about life, then watch The Truman Show.

         Parents Guide: This movie is rated PG. Not much worry for sexual humor. But there are some violent moments such as Truman holding his "wife" at knifepoint, which can get intense for younger viewers. There is some language in the movie. 

  

     Did You Know?: Tim Burton and Brian DePalma (Carrie and The Untouchables) were considered to direct The Truman Show. Jim Carey was the first choice to play Truman. The original script had Truman living in a recreation of New York City, but it was then changed to an idyllic town to make the movie less sci-fi. Gary Oldman was considered to be in the movie. In an earlier draft of the movie, Truman wanted to go to Australia rather than Fiji. This story originally debuted as an episode of the 80s version of The Twilight Zone. 

"In case I don't see you... Good afternoon, good evening, and good night."