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1997 · Movie · 1h 47m

Gattaca

CriticsCritics: 73
AudienceAudience: 7.9

In a future where genetic profiles determine social status and career opportunities, a naturally conceived man is denied his dream of space travel. He assumes the identity of a genetically privileged individual, but maintaining the deception becomes increasingly difficult as scrutiny grows and an investigation unfolds at his workplace.

My take

You’ll like this if you enjoy thoughtful, atmospheric science fiction about identity, prejudice, and ambition, especially films like Moon or Minority Report; Not for you if you want fast action or effects-driven spectacle.

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Cast

Ethan HawkeUma ThurmanJude LawAlan ArkinLoren DeanGore VidalTony ShalhoubErnest Borgnine

Director

Andrew Niccol

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