1. Gattaca
"-Dave RettigAt a time when we read about cloned sheep and the unravelling of the human genome, the science in Gattaca is theoretically possible. ... In contrast, the naturally born humans, called "invalids", become a mistreated minority. ... Yet, they must sacrifice their freedom and humanity in the process. Furthermore, this sacrifice for the valids' vision of a perfect society is ultimately futile because, as Vincent demonstrates, human nature and human desires cannot be suppressed. Doesn't the essence of human nature reside in our flaws? ...
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- Approx Pages: 3
- Grade Level: Undergraduate