Gattaca
There is no gene for the human spirit.
1997 • 107 min • Science Fiction · Drama
Synopsis
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.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 76 Audience · 7094 · 100%
Vincent, an "In-Valid" born outside genetic perfection, dreams of space travel. In a future society governed by DNA, he assumes a new identity to join the elite Gattaca Aerospace Corporation, navigating a world that judges by genetic makeup.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 3/10
Heads up
- Discussions of suicide and terminal illness
- A character briefly contemplates suicide
- Social prejudice and discrimination are central
- Brief medical procedures and blood samples shown
What it models well
- Perseverance and determination
- The human spirit triumphs over adversity
- Challenging societal prejudice
- Defining your own destiny
Talk about it after
- The ethics of genetic engineering and discrimination
- What makes a person truly "valid" or capable?
- The importance of embracing differences
- How societies can create unfair systems
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Top billed cast
Director: Andrew Niccol • Crew: Andrew Niccol
Trailers & clips
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.6/10 (7,094)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $36,000,000
- Box office
- $12,532,777
- IMDb
- tt0119177
- Official site
- www.sonypictures.com
