What was the theme of the movie?
science fiction
What is the defenition of a clone?
a precise genetic copy of a life form
What are genomics
The study of an organism's genes
What is Genetic Modification?
The manipulation of an organisms genome using DNA technology
Why wasn't Gatacca a box-office hit?
It restarted the devate over tampering with human genetics
What is the irony the film centers on?
Th perfect Jerome not suceeding even though he had evey genetic advantage while imperfect Vincent becomes sucessful through will and spirit, despite his medical conditions
What prevents Irene from taking part in a space flight?
A milder version of the disorder that Vincent has
List 2 people who have suceeded despite genetic deficiencies.
Albert Einstein and Abraham Lincoln
What is the definition of science fiction?
Something scientific that is not possible at present
Who is the main character?
Vincent Freeman
Who is Anoton?
Vincenta perfect brother, a police officer
Who's DNA did Vincent buy?
Jerome Morrow
What was the deal between Jerome and Vincent?
Jerome shared his body/ DNA while Vincent shared his dream
What colour filter was used in the credit scene and its effect?
Blue, makes it look clean and clinical
What type of shot and angle were used in the opening scene?
Low angle and close up to show DNA is important
Why were teh letters A, C, G and T in bold?
its a DNA sequence
In a DVD cover for Gataca what would you need?
The 3 main characters, a DNA strand to show the involvement of genetics, split faces for perfect and imperfect
In the opening scene how has dismemberment added to the sense of mystery?
it's like he is shredding his identity, makes you wonder why?
What do the close-ups of blood and urine show?
showing the lack of privacy in the future, and how there will be testing to see if you are 'perfect' or not.
Why did the director use contrasting scenes in the opening sequence?
He used blue and yellow, cold and hot, impersonal and personal
How have camera movement and lines been used in the initial footage of Gattaca?
He was moving up levels in society, straight lines show perfect, organized society.
What is the greatest difference bettween Irene and Vincent?
Irene lets the way she was conceived control her life.
Give a short plot summary of Gattaca
A young man called Vincent is born naturally, he has a brother called Anton who is genetically modified and beats him at everything, Vincent runs away from home. He is determined to become an astronaut but won't be accepted because of his heart condition. He buys Jerome Morrows identity, Jerome is genetically 'perfect' but tried to commit suicide so is now a paraplegic. Vincent (now Jerome) joins a space company and is doing well. He meets Irene and falls inlove with her. She has a minor heart condition so can never go to space. A murder is committed at the company and Vincent is discovered. Vincent remeets Anton who is now a police officer. In the end Vincent gets his dream and goes to space but Jerome committs suicide.
