We live in the real life version of the Truman Show. Almost everything is faked. Our realities are given to us. Between the use of fear and propaganda many people’s choices are steered in the direction on those overseeing this phony reality show.
For those of you who haven’t seen it, “The Truman Show” is a movie about a man born and raised in a little world created just for him. This little world is filled with thousands of hidden cameras that record and air his life on live TV, 24 hours a day, for decades on end. Most importantly, Truman has absolutely no idea any of this is going on. He’s the star of the most popular TV show in the world and is completely oblivious to the fact.
Government surveillance aside, we live in a world where just about each and every one of us is willingly broadcasting our lives to anyone and everyone willing to watch it…basically in real time. People post updates on where they’re located, where they’re going, what they’re doing, what they’re eating, who they’re with, how they’re feeling and too often give out information that is way too personal. People watch your life unfold from a distance, and you almost never know when they’re doing it. It’s pretty damn creepy if you think about it.
Probably the most amusing part of “The Truman Show” is the ridiculous ads and product placement they use on the audience. You have different characters clearly selling products to those watching the show. Truman himself may be oblivious, but everyone else knows exactly what it is he or she is being pitched. In our day and age, we are bombarded with advertisements all the time. Every time you use social media or visit any of your favorite websites, you’re being advertised to. Digital advertising has gotten so advanced that ads can literally follow you across the web..
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