Gattaca

Dystopian sci-fi thriller with Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, known for its sleek, gene-obsessed world. Perfect for a thoughtful, stylish movie night.

Key details

Release year

1997

Genre

American dystopian science fiction

Director

Andrew Niccol

Writer

Andrew Niccol

Directorial debut

Niccol's first feature film as director

Lead cast

Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, Jude Law

Premise

The story unfolds in a gene-obsessed society where genetic profile determines status, following a man who assumes another identity to pursue his dream.

Themes