Examples Of Utilitarianism In The Truman Show

The Truman shows give a true excellent portrayal of both Utilitarianism and Kantian ethics at their finest.
When relating to Utilitarianism the Truman shows viewers are complicit and the continued popularity of the show ensures it will continue. In utilitarianism even if the show is ethically questionable and allowed to continue, the success has a positive effect on the members of the productions team, cast and crew all for monetary profit. Furthermore, it has a potentially negative effect for Truman and therefore the ethical nature of the show from a utilitarian standpoint entirely depends on how one interprets the benefits.
During the climax of the shows, Christof the shows director, has an intense storm scene which almost kills Truman as he ails off into the horizon. Even from the utilitarian perspective this is unethical, because the show was about to end either way and can be seen in Truman determination on his face,
On Seahaven Island everyone except Truman himself knows what their lives actually are just aa stage. Then despite them all knowing this, none of them tell the honest truth to Truman at any given time. When these people fail to tell Truman the truth the in turn fail to treat him as a rational human being, which again violates is the Categorical Imperative of Kantianism.
An excellent example of “Good Will” is when Truman falls in love with Sylvia who was supposed to be an extra rather than any kind of romantic love interest and she tries to explain the him the truth. This is what Kant would say is “unconditional good”. Consequently, her father arrives says she is delusional and drives off with her, thus keeping the veil over Truman’s eyes.
In Conclusion, utilitarianism reigns supreme here when Christof ends the last show, he deems his actions morally right therefore it is for the greater good of everyone. Christof choose an action that is maximizing happiness and removing pain and