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Gattaca

Gattaca is a film about conquering the human gene via genetic manipulation and how this technology cannot eradicate the problems with human nature. This assumes that to manipulate human genetics is justifiable and that human nature is a flaw. This film is about human nature triumphing over a society in which perfect DNA is the only measure of success.

There are many examples of scientific advances in Gattaca. The main advance is genetic engineering and the ability to extract potential diseases of ‘faults' from a persons DNA, and the ability to conduct DNA testing within seconds rather than the weeks that it currently takes. Other advances include using solar power as the main energy source, electric cars and regular, frequent space travel. Science has been able to eliminate physical imperfections but even the strict and harsh environment of Gattaca cannot remove or limit human emotions and frailties.

This film shows that while technology can eradicate many physical......


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