7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Gattaca (1997)
Gattaca (1997)
Overview
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.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
7.5
Overview
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.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central thesis is a critique of systemic genetic discrimination and eugenics, which are forms of social injustice that limit individual potential based on immutable characteristics, aligning with progressive values of equality and anti-discrimination.
Gattaca features a predominantly traditional cast without explicit race or gender swaps for prominent roles. The narrative explores themes of genetic discrimination but does not critique traditional identities or explicitly center on modern DEI themes related to race, gender, or sexual orientation.
Secondary
Gattaca does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, relationships, or themes. The narrative focuses on genetic discrimination and the pursuit of dreams in a eugenics-driven society, with no elements pertaining to queer identity.
Gattaca does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Its narrative explores genetic discrimination, identity, and destiny versus free will within a society obsessed with genetic perfection, without touching upon gender identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gattaca is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of existing material or a biopic. All characters were created specifically for this film, meaning there is no prior canonical gender to be swapped from.
Gattaca is an original film with characters created specifically for its narrative. There is no prior source material or historical basis establishing the race of any character, thus precluding any race swaps.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.7
7.6
Critic Ratings
8.2
6.4
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