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| Gattaca | 
| Category: Movie
Buy New: $2.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  393 reviews
Sales Rank: 595
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: Video On Demand
Running Time: 107 minutes
ASIN: B000T45C32
Theatrical Release Date: October 23, 1997
Release Date: October 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 The Essence of Science Fiction January 15, 2008
"Gattaca" is an example of the essence of science fiction. Science fiction is about science and technology and how it's advances can affect our lives. What if genetic mapping progresses to the point where a single drop of blood can tell someone your strengths and weaknesses. Your genome is used to identify you, define your future and establish your place in society.
Vincent (Ethan Hawke) was conceived in love by his parents. He grows up wanting to be an astronaut. But he won't be given the opportunity. In his world, most children are optimized by geneticists at conception. They are the best possible child their parents can have. But Vincent is made the old- fashioned way. Before he leaves the delivery room it is determined he has poor vision, a bad heart and a 99% probability of dying around age 30.
His parents correct their `mistake' and have a second optimized son two years later. Unable to deal with their pity and frustrated in his ambition, he runs away.
He finds out there is a man (Tony Shaloub) who helps people like him. In return for a deposit and a percentage of his income. He takes the identity of Jerome (Jude Law), a foreign national of super intelligence and physical capabilities. But Jerome is crippled.
This two form an unlikely team. `Jerome' becomes `Eugene'. Eugene keeps Jerome/Vincent supplied with urine and blood samples. The new Jerome has spent years home schooling himself. He interviews at the private space firm Gattaca and is immediately hired as a navigator.
The two continue their elaborate ruse for five years. Jerome performs flawlessly and is chosen for an important space mission. Unfortunately his life is complicated by two things, his new love (Uma Thurman) and a murder at Gattaca. Either factor can expose him on the eve of his success.
`Gattaca' is about the significance of the human will and faith. Anton/Jerome has been told he will never be anything. Yet he finds a way to achieve the dream he has been unfairly denied.
The film tells this story with a great script and superior performances with few special effects.
 A great science-fiction film for thinkers November 18, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Gattaca is a wonderful film that is likely to earn more respect and recognition as time passes. This is thoughtful science-fiction at its best. Stylish and credible, Gattaca is vastly under-rated. I give it my highest recommendation.
Gattaca's greatest power may be its ability to inspire. Many are certain to walk away from this film with the feeling that they really can make a good run at their dreams, no matter their background or supposed limitations.
As we get deeper into the 21st century with all it's gifts and burdens, humans may find that they need the human spirit more than ever to cope. (to be clear, by "human spirit", I mean imagination, ambition, drive and our knack for achieving "impossible" goals)
--Guy P. Harrison, author of 50 Reasons People Give for Believing in a God
Gattaca, a Space for Thought November 10, 2007
Gattaca is a movie which should be on the viewing list for adults and young adults who appreciate challenging their thinking. It takes place in the not-too-distant future when humans are biologically engineered to be perfect before birth via embryionic "adjustments". Those who come into being the old fashioned way are deemed abnormal and not suited for important positions in society. The story revolves around one man's challenge to the system. Will he be able to travel in space to Titan even though he is imperfect? He exchanges his identity in order to achieve his dreams. The movie has lots of tense moments and unexpected twists. I don't think you will regret having seen this movie and it may just provide conversation for a long time after you do.
A classic August 26, 2007
Even if you are not a sci fi fan you will find this film enjoyable. Good acting and storyline takes place in a future that may not be that far off.
Still captivating a decade later August 22, 2007
A decade later, this remains one of my favorite movies. I am prompted to write this review by this week's news about home DNA testing kits that allow people to check their genetic risk for cancer, as well as the gender of their 6-week-old fetus. This follows last week's news that my local airport is starting a fast-track line that will scan business travelers' irises. How prophetic Gattaca was, in predicting the widespread use of such technology and in sounding a warning about its risks. Great story, superb acting, suspenseful delivery. A gripping science fiction thriller; I recommend it highly.
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