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This is one of the more intelligent movies about genetic engineering of humans. Compare this to The Sixth Bomb (or whatever) by Ahnuld, and it shines like a sun. I think the name Gattaca is a joke on the letters GATC, the four building blocks of DNA. In a Bradburian future world where people have to produce their genetic code on demand to the government and employers, a "natural" guy tries to fake his way through by obtaining genetic samples from a "primo" guy who he pays under the table. The idea is that he just wants an equal chance, and that genes aren't everything, though the society is just too blind to see (sobs). This premise is actually pretty dumb, when taken apart logically, but the movie is so well made you don't care. You really feel for the people trapped in this fishbowl of a nightmare alternative futureworld. And it's just plain got a cool attitude.

It's a wonderful story to give us a glimpse of what will happen to all of us if we are not careful with science and our Sociology. This movie will make you question, is science the only answer or do we all have a choice. The story is well though out and written with a future that really could happen. So, I highly recommend this movie if you not only want a movie to entertain but make you think, "What if?"

Gattaca is an exquisite vision of the future. While there are familiar elements from "Harrison Bergeron" and "Brave New World", "Gattaca" is a universe of its own.

The movie unfolds like a literary gem -- characters are developed simply but passionately, and the ending is one of satisfying poetic justice. Ethan Hawke's character is well-drawn, and his foil, Jude Law's perfect-but-crippled young god is fascinating.

Hawke's character wants to be an astronaut, but because he was 'naturally born', he is not genetically perfect -- and although he is strong and smart, society operates on genetic determinism, and therefore he cannot be an astronaut.

Lyrical and poignant. Also a plus to sci-fi fans, the movie looks great. The art and set direction is a mix of futuristic and Art Deco looks -- amazing.

Highly recommended for sci-fi fans who enjoy mixing their sci-fi with sociology!

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