***The eugenics-obsessed future in 40s/50s noir*** Several decades in the future liberal eugenics is normal and discrimination is practiced to distinguish "valids" from "in-valids," the latter conceived by natural means and therefore more susceptible to genetic defects. Vincent (Ethan Hawke) is an in-valid who assumes the identity of a disabled valid (Jude Law) in order to fulfill his dream of space travel. Uma…
There is no gene for the human spirit.
Vincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation.
Top Cast
Ethan Hawke
Vincent Freeman
Uma Thurman
Irene Cassini
Jude Law
Jerome Eugene Morrow
Alan Arkin
Detective Hugo
Loren Dean
Adult Anton Freeman
Gore Vidal
Director Josef
Tony Shalhoub
"German"
Ernest Borgnine
Caesar
Blair Underwood
Geneticist
Xander Berkeley
Dr. Lamar
Jayne Brook
Marie Freeman
Una Damon
Head Nurse
Elias Koteas
Antonio Freeman
Maya Rudolph
Delivery Nurse
Elizabeth Dennehy
Preschool Teacher
Mason Gamble
Younger Vincent
Reviews
Simply put, Gattaca is one of the greatest movies ever made. Some might think that's going too far but it truly is a masterpiece. Everything from the casting, set design, cinematography, writing and the Universe in which the story takes place. It is not only a great source of entertainment but an inspiring work of art. By far the most poetic movie I have had the pleasure of watching. Every line is elegiac and…
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"Vincent" (Ethan Hawke) is determined that he wants to travel into space, but is deemed unsuitable by the genetically motivated authorities who decide these things. Luckily for him, he knows "Jerome" (Jude Law). He was in a nasty car accident that has left his paraplegic - but nonetheless, his genetics do qualify for the upper echelons of society necessary to go up in a rocket. The pair quickly establish a…
FAQ about Gattaca
What is Gattaca about?
Vincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation.
When was Gattaca released?
Gattaca was released in 1997.
What genres does Gattaca belong to?
Gattaca is categorised as Science Fiction, Drama.
Who stars in Gattaca?
The cast of Gattaca includes Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, Jude Law, Alan Arkin, Loren Dean.