Gattaca

Gattaca is a movie from 1997 which is set in the not too distant future.  It involves a disadvantaged person who is trying to simply make a dream come true.  His disadvantage is he is not genetically engineered.  The movie is clearly about working hard to attain your goals in spite of all odds.  The acting is stellar with great performances by Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman, Jude Law, Gore Vidal, Alan Arkin and Tony Shalhoub among others.

Gattaca ranks high on the list of my favorite movies.  The film relies on the quality of acting and story line. The sets are subdued but effective.  Both Ethan Hawke and Jude Law perform at their very best.  I watch this movie often and can't help but be moved by it.