Moral Judgement in Paul Apel Papel's The Caller

Abstract

The influence of Films on societal morals in Nigeria has generated varying debate themes among film critics and fans. While some argue that films have greater destructive effects on the society, others are of the view that it is highly instrumental to positive societal moral change. The study aims at examining the four forms of moral judgement as they are applied in the film The Caller with the objective of highlighting their applications and how these forms of moral judgement influenced the decisions of the judge on the offender. The study is hinged on the Ethical Theory of Immanuel Kant which focuses on the moral agent rather than the character of the agent. The researcher uses qualitative research method which entails the analysis of texts, journals and films to explore the application of moral judgement in the film. The study concludes that films contribute positively to the moral growth of individuals in the society. It recommends that film makers should take advantage of the wide coverage acceptability and accessibility of films within almost every strata of the society to inculcate positive morals on their audience.