CATCH ME IF

YOU CAN
EXPLORING IDENTITY, DECEPTION, ETHICAL
DILEMMAS AND REDEMPTION

Presentation by:
Haseeb Asghar Shahani
 INTRODUCTION:
•"Catch Me If You Can" is a 2002 film directed by Steven Spielberg.
•True story of Frank Abagnale Jr., a skilled con artist.
•Various identities
•Committed successful Frauds.
•Today, we will delve into the themes of identity, deception, ethical dilemmas, and
redemption portrayed in the film and discuss their relevance to the situation in
Pakistan.

Frank Abagnale Jr.

Leonardo DiCaprio as Frank Abagnale Jr. 2
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE
FILM:
 Life of Frank Abagnale
 Showcasing his exceptional skills in
deception.
Assumes multiple false identities,
1) Pan Am pilot
2) a doctor
3) a lawyer
A thrilling journey through

Pursuit to
Fraudulent
bring
Escapades
him justice 3
THEME 1:

IDENTITY AND IMPERSONATION:

Identity. Identity theft and impersonation.

Power of pretending to be someone else. Importance of strong security.

The main character

Explores the theme of Relevant to Pakistan

Possesses exceptional skills in assuming false identities.

Blurring the line between reality and deception.

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 THEME 2:
Deception and Fraud
 Explores the theme of trickery and cheating.
 Frank Abagnale cleverly cheats banks and
people.
 Highlighting the weaknesses in our systems.
THEME 3:
RAISES IMPORTANT QUESTIONS ABOUT RIGHT
AND WRONG.
FRANK'S CHOICES MAKE US THINK
1. WHETHER THEY WERE MORAL
2. HOW THEY AFFECTED OTHERS.
IN PAKISTAN, IT'S CRUCIAL TO THINK ABOUT
3. ETHICS WHEN DEALING
WITH CHALLENGES LIKE CORRUPTION.
4. TRANSPARENCY

 Gives a lesson of 5. IMPORTANCE OF HONESTY IN OUR

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LIVES.
1. being careful
2. stopping fraud
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS:
3. protect ourselves from lies and dishonest
actions in our society.

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THEME 4:

REDEMPTION
 Frank faces the consequences of his
actions as the FBI closes in on him.
 Rather than evading capture, He decides
to cooperate with Agent Carl Hanratty.
 Uses his expertise to help the FBI solve
other fraud cases.
 Contributing positively to society.
 This highlights the significance of taking
responsibility for our actions.

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 CONCLUSION:
In conclusion, "Catch Me If You Can" teaches us important lessons
 Identity
 deception
 ethics
 redemption.
These themes are relevant to the challenges we face in Pakistan
today.
The story shows us that our actions have consequences, and
sometimes we make mistakes.
We can still change and grow as individuals.
It also demonstrates the importance of taking responsibility for our
actions and trying to make things right.
So, Let’s take these lessons and create a better Pakistan where trust
and honesty are valued. Together, we can make a positive difference
in our society.

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