Honestly that's the best joke & punchline to this horrifying concept. Yep, it was just entertainment media. This is more horrifying than most horror movies, & that's why it's so incredible
The little pause when Christof is talking to Truman is perfect to encapsulate his character :"Who are you?" "I am the Creator... of a television show."
17:58 love the fact that when the guy says "everybody off we got a problem" No one, no a single one, complains or says a word, they don't even hesitate. They do as they are told.
This really h a opened. It was a on a Japanese game show but the guy didn't know he was being filmed. I suggest you watch it. It was pretty crazy. The guy went literally nuts. So sad
@vc6596 not quite. Nasubi knew he was being filmed but he didn't know that he was being streamed live. He was under the impression that the footage would be edited down. Regardless, the experience changed him
I think the creator of this television show never for a second really believed Truman could escape this illusory world if he really wanted to, but he had to justify to the audience what he was doing and that's why he said that without believing it himself, while he was always ready to kill Truman rather than let him escape, as you saw later in the movie.
@@loganshaw4527You know, this movie doesn't need a sequel at all but I was thinking to myself one day if someone were to make a sequel to The Truman Show that's exactly what it should be about. The company trying to make another show with another newborn baby without it's knowledge, and the same thing happening to that person but Truman finds out about it and tries to warn the person when he or she grows up that his or her entire life has been a tv show.
@@cavaughngrace1488 That sequel idea could work, but the new Truman would never figure it out since the crew behind the scenes would take extra precautions. By the time old Truman finds out it would be too late, the new Truman would have grown into an elderly man that's content with his ''life'', now new Truman is conflicted about telling him the truth because the revelation would have shattered him. The movie stands on its own, and I don't blame people for not liking a sequel but switching to a new Truman and having the old one noticing and going ''oh h*ll no, not again'' and start pressing legal charges.
Truman Show sequel could follow the lawsuit Truman gives to the company and Christof. Could be interesting and allow the audience to better understand the other cast members
I keep rewatching this movie and I can't find any birds in it. It's a simulated coastal town with no seagulls, a fishing industry, or even recreational fishing or boating. I'm obsessed with the flawed world building in this movie, like how Truman has never noticed those things.
Because it was his normal. Why would he think it should be different? Not like he seen anything else, even the media he consumed was controlled. If he did notice that would be a flaw. You have to look at it from his perspective.
But HOW controlled was the media in the world. He doesn't need to have "television show" explained to him, so he appears to know the concept and thus has watched tv, movies...... He has access to a whole slew of different types of magazines. That many magazines with that many different models, who definitely aren't from that town. It would be crazy to create them all just for this world. So they likely use tv, movies and magazines that exist in the real world existing in this one. They have to comb them for birds and make sure that none appear in any panels? And then you approve all these magazines and then issue number 45 has a bird in it. So issues 1 through 44 have all been at that stand, but then issue 45 never exists in this world? You can watch all the episodes of a show until a bird happens to be in one scene, and suddenly there is a gap in episodes. They use "Fiji" as a place that exists, and a map in his school is exactly like the real world map, Did they produce ALL the text books he ever learned from in all his classes, and all the books in the library, or did they bring in books that already existed, which would obviously have various birds in them.
The first time I saw this movie, I remember I could not stop laughing at "IT COULD HAPPEN TO YOU!" with the plane struck by lightning at the travel agency.
@@eviereacts And the ironic thing is, it's a completely empty threat. Lightning strikes on modern planes are completely harmless, and in fact happen an average of 1 to 2 times every year _per plane_ .
I had to analize this movie in my English class, and one of the many things I found interesting is that trueman is not the only person trapped in the world, other people who are also trapped is truemans wife and best friend and even the creator is trapped himself. and once trueman finally gets out they are free to leave as well. which makes me think that after a few years they started to belive in the reality as well so they can cope with always being there. even if they knew the truth they had to lie to themselves to be okay with living in the doom.
But we're they really trapped? When they weren't involved directly with what Truman was doing, they didn't necessarily have to be on set. Marlon and Meryl were probably exceptions though, trapped, like you said. Even so, both characters didn't start out there. They had separate lives prior to joining the cast. Although Truman had known Marlon for a long time, I'm pretty sure it wasn't always the same actor. Remember him talking to Truman about him being sick and having to miss school for over a month? My guess is that was when the actors changed.
This movie is nothing but endless chills and goosebumps. And while there isn't alot of it in the movie, it's the greatest bone chilling love story i have seen yet. The chemistry is unreal.
Christof, 20 seconds after Truman walks out: "Get me human acquisitions. I need to see the current list of unwanted pregnancy candidates, maybe a girl this time"
I was thinking, they could have made a dark ending. When Truman went through that door it could lead to a corridor that would exit onto their new backup set. Truman would be treated as a celebrity on that new set, keeping the show fresh!
Watch Being John Malkovich, Synecdoche NY and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, all either written or directed by Charlie Kaufman. The latter has Carrey in it too.
this movie provides a good source of analogy to understand the dynamics we live nowadays ─ I mean, people sharing a bit (or a LOT) of their lives online, people watching it (sometimes even paying to watch it), ads just bumping into the videos or streaming and so on (👀)
So there's a couple of other movies that came out around that same time that you might want to check out, but just for context, they came out right when reality TV first started become a big thing in the culture. Not like some form of it, or similar documentary/cinéma vérité hadn't already existed for decades, but at that time is when it became such a regular and popular thing in television, which has probably just always existed and been normal to you, but at that time was new and was a topic of conversation in the culture. So, after "The Truman Show", there was "EdTV", which was more of a straightforward comedy about a regular guy doing a reality show. It doesn't have a lot of the same elements, and isn't as good, but it's still a fun movie that's worth watching for more of an easier watch and a laugh. The other one came out around the same time, and isn't reality TV related, but "Pleasantville" is about a teenager brother and sister that are magically transported into the world of an old 50s/60s sitcom. So they know it's not real, but everybody else inside that world only know that as the only reality they've ever known, don't know there's anything else, and think it's real. It has kind of a different social and political commentary than "The Truman Show", but it's much better than how I probably just made it sound, and you should definitely check it out.
I love that scene where he takes Meryl in the car. “Look, Meryl! Same road.. no cars! It’s magic!” 😂 so good. Jim Carrey is amazing in that scene, he’s got so many good lines too. It’s amazing.😂😂
My best friend developed schizophrenia and believed he was on some sort of Truman show.😂 In fact, "Truman Show Syndrome" is considered by some psychologists to be a real mental disorder.
Hi Evie!🙂I think this was originally billed as a comedy, but is actually a tragedy. Truman's possibility of a normal life was reallty taken away from him, until he finally escapes. Great reactions to this wll made film!!!!🎬👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@@1rexrex I stand corrected. I literally thought you were playing with words. Honestly I'm still sticking with Dramedy. It just sounds more meaningful. You have comedies and you have dramas. I don't know any film category known as tragedy. But thanks for the education.
NO IT’S NOT!! This movie is not underrated in anyway, shape or form! It is the most popular dramatic Jim Carrey movie and one of the most beloved and popular movies of all time in general! Jim Carrey won a Golden Globe for this movie. I’m so sick and tired of you fools constantly ignorantly labeling things as “underrated” when they really aren’t
@@jaydisqus3353uh… I’m not sure what you’re talking about, it’s not an opinion… it’s a proven fact Truman Show is one of the most popular movies ever, all you have to do is pay attention to public perception, it’s not my fault that you don’t and that you live under a rock and you can’t tell the difference between an opinion and truth. Let me ask you something, buddy… do you even know what “underrated” means?
@@jaydisqus3353 but that doesn’t take away the FACT that most people love it, genius! 😉 I get that there are probably some people who don’t love it but the majority of people do! I’ll say it again… this is one of the most beloved movies ever, it is not underrated at all. If I was as dumb as you I’d go get a brain from Frankenstein’s lab
I'd like to think her running st the end was her going "shit I've gotta go to Fiji so he can find me" but it's likely she can just turn on a news channel to find where he is; doing an interview asking people the direction to Fiji.
@PhilBagels I meant.. if the set is 12 hours drive away from her.. she would want to get to Fiji because he might make it to Fiji in 12 hours looking for her since where else would be be able to go really. I'm sure any random guy who knows Truman would buy him a ticket or even have a private jet to take him to Fiji asap
You were not really suppose to know he's on a tv show.... It was supposed to be strange, until it is slowly revealed. In '98, it was very original and new.
@@LtDan-rk4si They sort of tell you...with huge gaps at the extent and nature of the arrangement.... He's on a TV show, is all you know. But, I hear you.
If I were to discover that I'm in a television show without knowing it, I would devote myself to speaking ill of all the products and would have a completely careless and unpredictable behavior.
So many reactors talk too much and miss what's happening. So many reactors don't understand that we can see your reaction in your face without you pontificating about your own personal anecdotes. You get it. Thanks for your reaction.
This movie is deep, and I am honestly fascinated that it was allowed to be created by Holywood, because it is TRUTH! You know when I used to walk to catch the bus in the morning, every morning there was a crossing. Every morning, there would be cars arriving at EXACTLY the time I would arrive at the crossing. There would be nothing, but then when I needed to cross the road, four cars would be there. It didn't matter what time I'd go either. Once I reached the crossroads, cars would start appearing. And I did this for YEARS! Then COVID hit and now I no longer have to go to the office as often, so I guess those guys don't have to drive as often!
A lot of people like to give Marlon a free pass in the whole deal, but he was a child actor ,just like any kid hired for a TV show. He knew it was all fake, his getting fed lines, giving the fake tears while spouting them to Truman. He did what he did for the production. Marlon was just as much trash like the rest of them,his wife, his mom.. he betrayed Truman on so many ways, this shows how people in general are a poor judge of character in life,why people have toxic friends,toxic relationships and stay in them,they want to turn a blind eye to misdeeds and betrayal of a relationship for those little fleeting 'good times".
It's a metaphor for the subconscious mind. The thing that holds us back and fills us with irrational fear and self doubt. You live in a version of reality you think you deserve. The goal is to convince the subconscious you deserve better.
I think it's more likely that this is an AI bot programmed to test peoples reaction to someone liking The Cable Guy rather than someone actually liking that movie.
@shinrapresident7010 I don't know about that, it's a perfectly reasonable opinion. It's also right. It was underrated. Unfortunately it suffered as a result of being wrongly marketed People went to the movie expecting a zany Ace Ventura-esque Jim Carey comedy and got a black comedy with thriller elements instead
@@ProcInc no it’s not underrated! Me, Myself and Irene was more underrated than Cable Guy… people like to say that Cable Guy was a flop, but it really wasn’t. Yes, people were disappointed with it at the time it came it but the point is it’s not as underrated as you think. The reviews that I always read about it are always very positive… there’s alot of people who love it. Like I said… Me, Myself and Irene was more underrated
@nsasupporter7557 the fact that reviews are positive is a testament to how it is underrated because it is often avoided in discussions or screenings of Carey's work now. Modern reviews tend to be listed as "mixed to average" If Cable Guy is appropriately rated nowadays then that would indicate it is a mediocre movie at best. It may well be that but if it is a good movie then definitely the way it is rated now is unjustified
When I first saw this film I took it to be an allegory of spiritual awakening (still do). In a nutshell, we come into the world and our training' (brainwashing) into the 'normal life' starts immediately. We're supposed to do what others do - get an education, get a job, marry and have children. Our lives become a series of repetitions without question. But sometimes 'reality' pokes through the facade (synchronicity, deja vu,, a peak experience, spiritual teachings, etc.) and we start to question things. The beginning of awakening is when we realize we have more control of our lives and the 'external world' than we thought (symbolized when Truman stops traffic by holding up his hands). We start questioning, investigating, and testing reality. Finally to escape from our self-imposed prison we have to be willing to give up everything we've been conditioned to value - safety, comfort, etc. and overcome fear. To take the final step into the true reality we have to be willing to give up our very lives. The final scene has several references to Christ - the apparent walking on water, the ascension up the steps, and Truman's final pose before he leaves for the next level (true reality): a crucifixion pose with arms straight out to the sides. I always suspected they chose the name Truman' because it shows the path to becoming a "True Man" (fully human). There are many other parallels and clues in the details including Gnostic references (the fallen star 'Sirius, Christof as the demiurge and Silvia as Sophia) , but you get the picture. Given an interview I saw a few years back with Carey talking about his own spiritual path and beliefs I'm pretty certain he sees the film that way too.
1) Since they control the waves/wind flow, and Truman's boat is windsailing, they could've do it to make him go around. 2) In that exit dark room, security dudes disguised could've trap/kidnap/drugged him so he would wake up un the hospital with his dad, and a new cooked up story. So when he wakes up, they can expect Truman to be properly gaslighted...again. 3) Many people actually forget the 1st 2 minutes of the movie, the first time watching.
Great reaction Evie! It's so interesting to watch this again through your commentary and questions. It is twisted and incredibly clever, and I'm guessing inspirational (for the wrong reasons) to TV executives at the time - because shortly after The Truman Show came out, the biggest reality shows made their debut, "Big Brother" and "Survivor"
This is one of my favorite Jim Carrey dramatic roles or whatever you want to call it genre of his he did a phenomenal job in this movie it's one of my all-time favorites second favorite is internal sunshine of the spotless mind is another one of my favorite movies with him in it with Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet ❤
I love and follow all you reactions. I have only one comment.. "How so many millions have watched Truman Show and never had a pause to think of our reality? Media..News.. events..crisis..???!! does not click anything similar??
If I remember well, it was a remake of a French movie. Maybe that's one of the reasons why you found it so twisted (since most people are used to Hollywood-style movies).
Always excited when you upload! Would it be possible to increase the sensitivity of your mic because your voice comes across faint (I always have to max my volume to make out what you say)? Thank you for sharing another reaction with us!
@@WallyHartshorn yes, he only had 3 successful dramatic movies… Truman Show, Man on the Moon and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. He made other dramatic movies like The Majestic and Number 23, but those were flops unfortunately
The phrase "adopted by a corporation" is absolutely horrifying but really... what power would that give the corporate world over him that they don't already have over all of us? Do you feel like you really control anything? I don't. I can decide, meaningless things, sure, do I want spaghetti or Taco Bell for dinner? Should I buy a Ford or a Toyota? They're all products though, all the corporate monsters get their share.... assuming it isn't all one big overlord. Sorry, sometimes I ramble.
Even if the show would have continued, it wouldn't have been the same. Truman now knew the truth, so how could he just react normally knowing that now?
Also in my opinion, his "wife" never has feelings or desire, but she always wanted to have a child with him. Especially his mother, who never said from the beginning that it was just a reality show. I find his mother and also his "wife" sick, disgusting and malicious. I love the feature film. Sorry for my English, I only had it at school.
The most twisted thing is how a normal, healthy human woman could FAKE and manipulate an entire marriage. The other actors play temporary roles and are called on que when needed, but having to live with Truman in a lie, a guy so innocent and pleasant is just insane. They must have selected her too from a psych ward lol
They audience is happy because we are the audience. You're watching the movie, aren't you? You were happy when Truman finally got to leave, right? And you, the audience, were happy to see Truman finally leave. Because they live in the Truman show, too. They haven't learned how to escape, even when you sitting there watching a movie explicitly about escaping the hollywood machine, you still just go "well, what else is on."
Yo je savais pas que tu étais québécoise! Tu devrais parler français de temps en temps, ce serait cool! :P Et que dirais-tu d'écouter Bon Cop Bad Cop et joindre 2 audiences?
We can't blame the "creator" or even corporations for what they did with Truman's life. I mean it's disgusting but I would say those ordinary people who watched the show are the ones to blame. When the show came to the end people only were concerned if there was something else they could consume and waste time on. And sadly in real life we are no different. People like to pretend that they care or think that they are emphatic. This movie also tells us a bit about human nature, not necessarily a nice thing and to be proud of.
If you learn Magick and practice balancing the four elements, the seven planets, and then the 12 zodiak, you will be able to leave this plane as well, Immortal. Because you are The Star! You CAN live like that! Only you will eventually know it is fake, and you have to break out of it and become Divine on your own.
This film is an anti-religious metaphor. The "true man" cannot be controlled, even by a 'loving' God ("Christoff'). It's about free will vs. omnipotence. Brilliant.
