Ethics

Extra Credit Assignment

(1) Watch the film, Gattaca (available at Reference Desk in Library) and write about the core issue of the film. Referencing both Kant’s position and Act Utilitarianism, discuss what each viewpoint would recommend in the case of whether what Vincent did was morally permissible and why (I would recommend using Kant’s categorical imperative as well as the notion of utility).

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(2) Watch the film, The Truman Show (available at Reference Desk in Library) and write about the core issue of the film. Referencing both Kant’s position and Act Utilitarianism, discuss what each viewpoint would recommend in the case of Truman and why (I would recommend using Kant’s categorical imperative as well as the notion of utility).

The paper should be 2-3 pages.

General paper guidelines to adhere to for this assignment

· Paper is written well: clear structure, no typos or spelling mistakes, proper grammar

· Sources (if any) are properly cited; you must CITE any sources you use (quote or paraphrase)!!!

· Length of paper does not exceed the suggested amount

· Paper adheres to format requirements (double-spaced, margins, Times New Roman font, etc.)

DUE: Last day of class, Thursday, December 10th (to be handed in by paper in class)

NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED!!!!!