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Gattaca

In the not-too-distant future, a less-than-perfect man wants to travel to the stars. Society has categorized Vincent Freeman as less than suitable given his genetic make-up and he has become one of the underclass of humans that are only useful for menial jobs. To move ahead, he assumes the identity of Jerome Morrow, a perfect genetic specimen who is a paraplegic as a result of a car accident. With professional advice, Vincent learns to deceive DNA and urine sample testing. Just when he is finally scheduled for a space mission, his program director is killed and the police begin an investigation, jeopardizing his secret. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller), release year 1997, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of Gattaca

In the not-too-distant future, a less-than-perfect man wants to travel to the stars. Society has categorized Vincent Freeman as less than suitable given his genetic make-up and he has become one of the underclass of humans that are only useful for menial jobs. To move ahead, he assumes the identity of Jerome Morrow, a perfect genetic specimen who is a paraplegic as a result of a car accident. With professional advice, Vincent learns to deceive DNA and urine sample testing. Just when he is finally scheduled for a space mission, his program director is killed and the police begin an investigation, jeopardizing his secret.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller), release year 1997, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 1997
  • Released 24 Oct 1997
  • Runtime 106 minutes
  • Content rating PG-13
  • IMDb rating IMDb 7.7/10 from 344,754 votes
  • Metascore 64/100
  • Genres Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
  • Languages English, Esperanto
  • Countries United States

Cast

Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, Jude Law

Direction and writing

Directed by: Andrew Niccol

Written by: Andrew Niccol

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 16 nominations total

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