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Question 1

symbolism
The rain following Truman

Answer 1

highlights Christof’s manipulation throughout the film to prevent Truman from leaving shown through the rain which symbolises sadness and depression

to reveal how individuals have restrained free will because of higher power

Question 2

over the shoulder shot
Meryl convincing Truman to stay in Seahaven and not explore the world

Answer 2

highlights the similarities between Seahaven and the real world to reflect that they are trying to create a utopia that internally becomes a dystopia as everything is fake

to emphasise how Truman is disconnected from reality and forced to conform to a false identity

Question 3

close up
close up shot of Christof when he is stressing out about Truman finding out his true reality

Answer 3

highlights Christof’s disappointed emotions towards Truman figuring out the real world

to emphasise the mindset of Christof and the loss he will make once Truman inevitably leaves

Question 4

symbolism
when Truman is going in circles in the revolving doors

Answer 4

showcases how Truman is trapped in his false world and how its a constant loop that is neverending

to reveal Truman’s inner confusion nd realisation of the false world figuring out he is trapped