Gattaca (1997) directed by Andrew Nichol
Discovering something for the first time - the capacity to compete in the world of space exploration despite perceived disabilities and disadvantages. Realising that genetic engineering does not have to be limiting
Rediscovering something that has been lost, forgotten or concealed. - humanity - eugenics loses sight of the intrinsic humanity of all people, defining it by physical perfection only
Discoveries can be sudden and unexpected, - Vincent's ealisation that he is able to beat Anton on his own terms
Process of deliberate and careful planning - Vincent cheiving his goals through manipulation, secrecy, law-breaking and deception. The relationshup with Jerome.
Evoked by curiosity, necessity or wonder. - Burning ambition to explore space. The necessity of cheating the system in order to acheive his dreams and thorugh this, realising that he was always good enough and capable enough, despiute his genetic flaws.
Discoveries can be fresh and intensely meaningful - Physical perfection is not essential to success and acheivement of dreams. The human psirit prevails over obstales and challenges - desire and ambition transcend limitations imposed by society
Confronting and provocative. - the idea of manipulating embryos to aceive the 'perfect' child challenges the audiences notions of humanity and what is natural. It implies 'playing God'
Lead us to new worlds and values;- the audience discovers the futuristic values and possibilities based on current scientific knowledge
Speculate about future possibilities.- the possibility of a world peopled by physically perfect speciments as opposed to indivduals with a range of talents, abilities,disadvanages, skils, weaknesses etc. 'Brave New World' - weeding out the imperfect - does this lead to a lessening of humanity and the human spirit? Is thsi the first step towards a society devoid of spiitual and emptional impetus?
New understandings and renewed perceptions of ourselves and others. - Vincent acheives his goal despite all odds. The discovery that the perception of hs limitations, by others, did not prevent him from acheiving his dream. Vincent's evaluation of himself and his capabilities shifts as he discovers his potential.
An individual’s discoveries and their process of discovering can vary according to personal, cultural, historical and social contexts and values.- futuristic setting creates a place for speculation about the future of mankind and the use of technology. The audience may be repelled or fascinated by the discoveries offered by this prescient view of the world.
The impact of these discoveries can be far-reaching and transformative for the individual and for broader society.- Vincent is not ilimited to society's designated role for him. He is transformed and his transformation suggests that society is wrong in placing those limitations upon indivduals - that physical perfection does not equate to the human spirit
Discoveries may be questioned or challenged when viewed from different perspectives and their worth may be reassessed over time.- The audience can see that this film presents a potential view of the future for which the wheels are already in motion. Causes us to question the value of this type of world
The ramifications of particular discoveries may differ for individuals and their worlds. - Vincent's parents display different perceptions of the way in which the process of procreation is managed - the real Jerome is an example of how the management of human existence is a futile undertaking
Discovering something for the first time - the capacity to compete in the world of space exploration despite perceived disabilities and disadvantages. Realising that genetic engineering does not have to be limiting
Rediscovering something that has been lost, forgotten or concealed. - humanity - eugenics loses sight of the intrinsic humanity of all people, defining it by physical perfection only
Discoveries can be sudden and unexpected, - Vincent's ealisation that he is able to beat Anton on his own terms
Process of deliberate and careful planning - Vincent cheiving his goals through manipulation, secrecy, law-breaking and deception. The relationshup with Jerome.
Evoked by curiosity, necessity or wonder. - Burning ambition to explore space. The necessity of cheating the system in order to acheive his dreams and thorugh this, realising that he was always good enough and capable enough, despiute his genetic flaws.
Discoveries can be fresh and intensely meaningful - Physical perfection is not essential to success and acheivement of dreams. The human psirit prevails over obstales and challenges - desire and ambition transcend limitations imposed by society
Confronting and provocative. - the idea of manipulating embryos to aceive the 'perfect' child challenges the audiences notions of humanity and what is natural. It implies 'playing God'
Lead us to new worlds and values;- the audience discovers the futuristic values and possibilities based on current scientific knowledge
Speculate about future possibilities.- the possibility of a world peopled by physically perfect speciments as opposed to indivduals with a range of talents, abilities,disadvanages, skils, weaknesses etc. 'Brave New World' - weeding out the imperfect - does this lead to a lessening of humanity and the human spirit? Is thsi the first step towards a society devoid of spiitual and emptional impetus?
New understandings and renewed perceptions of ourselves and others. - Vincent acheives his goal despite all odds. The discovery that the perception of hs limitations, by others, did not prevent him from acheiving his dream. Vincent's evaluation of himself and his capabilities shifts as he discovers his potential.
An individual’s discoveries and their process of discovering can vary according to personal, cultural, historical and social contexts and values.- futuristic setting creates a place for speculation about the future of mankind and the use of technology. The audience may be repelled or fascinated by the discoveries offered by this prescient view of the world.
The impact of these discoveries can be far-reaching and transformative for the individual and for broader society.- Vincent is not ilimited to society's designated role for him. He is transformed and his transformation suggests that society is wrong in placing those limitations upon indivduals - that physical perfection does not equate to the human spirit
Discoveries may be questioned or challenged when viewed from different perspectives and their worth may be reassessed over time.- The audience can see that this film presents a potential view of the future for which the wheels are already in motion. Causes us to question the value of this type of world
The ramifications of particular discoveries may differ for individuals and their worlds. - Vincent's parents display different perceptions of the way in which the process of procreation is managed - the real Jerome is an example of how the management of human existence is a futile undertaking