Gattaca

Gattaca is a thought-provoking science fiction film set in a future society where genetic engineering determines one's life prospects. Vincent Freeman, portrayed by Ethan Hawke, is considered genetically inferior ('In-Valid') but dreams of space exploration. To achieve his goal, he assumes the identity of a genetically superior individual, navigating a society obsessed with genetic perfection, while Uma Thurman plays Irene Cassini, a fellow Gattaca employee with her own complex relationship to this system. Together, they challenge the limitations imposed by their genetically deterministic world.

Trivia:
1. The film's depiction of a sterile, minimalistic future was heavily inspired by the architectural style of the 1960s and 1970s, intentionally contrasting with the high-tech theme to evoke a clinical and emotionally detached atmosphere.
2. Director Andrew Niccol was a first-time feature film director with a background in screenwriting, which contributed to the film's strong narrative focus and thematic depth.
3. Ethan Hawke performed many of his own physical scenes, including the rigorous training sequences, to lend authenticity to Vincent's determination and struggle.

Main Cast of Gattaca

Crew of Gattaca