Gattaca

Today it’s a slightly outdated sci-fi film, whose industrial setting and functionalist feeling are interesting but also somewhat utopian. But it is rich in plot, inventive in many aspects, and an interesting concept that is enjoyable and entertaining even without tons of makeup in the form of visual effects. (21/02/2014)

A very pleasant surprise. Honestly, I was afraid of this film. A sci-fi film without action sounds terrible, but it ended up being a very beautiful and productive film that literally gave up on effects and turned out more than great. Perfect actors, an interesting and original idea that made me watch with suspense until the end. 75% (04/04/2014)

Gattaca is literally the embodiment of the sci-fi genre's essence and, in every respect, a highly exceptional film where all the ingredients that make up a good artistic work are perfectly harmonized and balanced. An imaginative script that utilizes the latest scientific discoveries and envisions where these insights and new technologies could lead society. Sensitive, highly professional direction that evokes strong emotions without cheap effects, and a cast with no visible weaknesses delivering numerous excellent performances. Gattaca is already here, we just haven't fully realized it yet, but in about twenty years, we will fully face what is depicted in Gattaca. Overall impression: 100%. It is astonishing that such an exceptional film could be made with such a small budget. (13/06/2006)

I see that I'm writing my thousandth review, so I'll try to do something at least a little bit meaningful-) Gattaca is a fine sci-fi movie with a very original story, great actors and a captivating atmosphere that grabs you from the start and just won't let go. But it's not a revolutionary vision of the future in the style of A.I.: Artificial Intelligence or 12 Monkeys, it's much more about the characters and their relationships, and the real sci-fi elements appear more in the background, even though they are its main essence and clue. In fact, the whole film is pulled by the main idea of perfect and genetically engineered humans, which Niccol plays with brilliantly, preparing for genre fans 100 minutes of unique and imaginative entertainment that has much more charm than lightsabers or warring robots. All of that is enhanced by the trio of protagonists, which couldn't have been better cast (Uma looks damn good here, too). The film will probably require a second screening, so the rating is only preliminary. (07/02/2013)

A very interesting sci-fi, where the authors once again understood that content is much more important than form and great special effects. Content really is important here, and it's a beautiful example of how we sometimes achieve something that isn't even rightfully ours, but once we have it, we cling to it at all costs and are willing to do almost anything. But here it almost remains. The longing for something more is intricately connected here with the dreams of individuals. (01/04/2015)