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In a future where genetics determine social standing, Vincent, an "In-Valid" with a heart condition, assumes the identity of a genetically superior but paralyzed man, Jerome Morrow, to pursue his dream of space travel at Gattaca. When a murder investigation at Gattaca is led by his genetically superior brother, Anton, Vincent must meticulously maintain his deception with the help of Jerome and his colleague Irene, with whom he develops a romantic relationship. As Vincent prepares for his mission, Anton uncovers his identity, leading to a final confrontation where Vincent surpasses his brother, while Jerome, having provided enough samples, dies by suicide. Vincent successfully boards the spacecraft, achieving his lifelong dream of space travel and leaving Irene with the truth.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Gattaca follows Vincent’s transformation from a genetically discriminated “in-valid” to a determined astronaut impersonating Jerome Morrow.
Open full beat sheetJerome Morrow is listed as Protagonist / Navigator. An 'In-Valid' born with a heart condition who assumes the identity of a genetically superior man to fulfill his dream of space travel. In the parsed data, Jerome Morrow is connected to 77 scenes, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
77 scenes / 0 dialogue linesUNKNOWN is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, UNKNOWN is connected to 69 scenes, 2411 dialogue lines, first appearing around scene 1.
69 scenes / 2411 dialogue linesIrene is listed as Colleague / Love Interest. A Gattaca employee who discovers Vincent's secret. In the parsed data, Irene is connected to 33 scenes, 40 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
33 scenes / 0 dialogue linesEugene Morrow is listed as Genetic Donor. A former swimming star and genetically elite individual who is paralyzed and provides his identity to Vincent. In the parsed data, Eugene Morrow is connected to 33 scenes, first appearing around scene 1.
33 scenes / 0 dialogue linesAnton is listed as Antagonist / Brother. Vincent's younger, genetically superior brother who works as an investigator. In the parsed data, Anton is connected to 18 scenes, 36 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
18 scenes / 0 dialogue linesDetective Hugo is listed as Homicide Detective. Anton's subordinate in the murder investigation. In the parsed data, Detective Hugo is connected to 10 scenes, first appearing around scene 2.
10 scenes / 0 dialogue linesLamar is listed as Medical Technician. The technician responsible for substance testing at Gattaca. In the parsed data, Lamar is connected to 9 scenes, 28 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
9 scenes / 0 dialogue lineschar_10 is identified from the parsed character and dialogue data. In the parsed data, char_10 is connected to 9 scenes, first appearing around scene 2.
9 scenes / 0 dialogue linesDirector Josef is listed as Gattaca Director. The official in charge of the mission. In the parsed data, Director Josef is connected to 7 scenes, 7 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
7 scenes / 0 dialogue linesCaesar is listed as Janitor. An elderly janitor at Gattaca who knows Vincent's history. In the parsed data, Caesar is connected to 7 scenes, first appearing around scene 1.
7 scenes / 0 dialogue linesGerman is listed as DNA Broker. A broker who facilitates the identity swap between Vincent and Eugene. In the parsed data, German is connected to 6 scenes, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 35.
6 scenes / 0 dialogue linesVincent, posing as Jerome Morrow, observes the quiet office while providing internal narration about his true identity and genetic status.
Jerome MorrowEugene helps Vincent (as Jerome) prepare his appearance for the day while they debate whether Vincent should reveal his secret identity to Irene.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowInvestigators analyze the computer complex for evidence while discussing personality corrections.
CaesarEugene and Vincent/Jerome discuss the space mission and their unusual life circumstances.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowVincent (as Jerome) and Irene flee a confrontation with a detective, Vincent beats the detective, and they escape across a desolate lot.
Jerome Morrow, IreneVincent Antonio Luca, under the identity of Jerome Morrow, exfoliates his skin to shed biological evidence.
Jerome MorrowEugene gives Vincent his final genetic samples and they share an emotional farewell as Vincent prepares to leave.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowInvestigators find a saliva match for Jerome and prepare to track him down.
Director JosefInvestigators process evidence from a crime scene, identifying Jerome's eyelash.
Flashback to the beach where Vincent's parents conceived him in a Buick Riviera.
Detective Hugo, char_10A desolate landscape is viewed through an aperture.
Vincent collects genetic material and prepares his identity tools with Eugene's help.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowAn investigator questions the club owner about Vincent's mugshot and discovers his beaten colleague.
Anton, Director JosefVincent undergoes a surprise drug test by Lamar and realizes his secret is known.
Jerome Morrow, LamarEugene prepares for his final act.
Eugene MorrowThe Investigator identifies Vincent as a 'de-gene-erate' and orders mandatory blood testing for Gattaca employees.
Jerome Morrow, AntonVincent notices police presence and turns back while Irene enters Gattaca.
Jerome Morrow, IreneJerome's eyelash is processed.
Jerome MorrowVincent prepares for work by dressing as the identity he assumes.
Jerome MorrowVincent and Irene escape the lot; the investigator finds a pill box.
Jerome Morrow, Irene, AntonMaria resists the pressure to genetically alter her pregnancy at a clinic.
Detective HugoVincent walks Irene home.
Jerome Morrow, IreneJanitors cover for Vincent by ignoring his face on a bulletin board, and Vincent inadvertently leaves a cup behind.
Jerome Morrow, CaesarAnton Luca trains in an artificial current pool.
AntonVincent is born and immediately labeled with a genetic predisposition for illness.
Detective Hugo, char_10, Jerome MorrowInvestigator retrieves evidence from Jerome's desk and forces Irene to lead them to his home.
Jerome Morrow, Irene, Director JosefInvestigators analyze a tongue and identify Vincent.
Jerome MorrowVincent approaches his transport.
Jerome MorrowJerome sees the investigators leaving and calls Eugene.
Jerome MorrowJerome leaves his residence.
Jerome MorrowVincent's mother becomes overly protective due to his perceived chronic illness.
Detective Hugo, Jerome MorrowEugene's wheelchair is left behind.
Eugene MorrowVincent and Irene spend the night together, but Vincent struggles with his identity concealment.
Jerome Morrow, IreneVincent prepares for the mission while Director Josef is interrupted by the investigation.
Jerome Morrow, Irene, Director JosefJerome helps an intoxicated Eugene to their living quarters.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowRocket launch sequence begins.
Vincent undergoes an arduous cleansing routine to remove his DNA.
Jerome MorrowThe Investigator walks through the line of employees but misses Vincent.
Jerome Morrow, AntonMaria and Antonio withdraw Vincent from daycare after seeing how he is treated.
Detective Hugo, char_10, Jerome MorrowJerome puts Eugene to bed and hears strange noises from the adjacent condo.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowJerome arrives at his workplace.
Jerome MorrowJerome asks Eugene to cover for him, and Eugene prepares to struggle up the stairs.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowJerome undergoes security screening and interacts with his colleagues and director.
Jerome Morrow, Irene, Director JosefAntonio sells his car to fund the genetic selection of a new child.
Detective Hugo, char_10, Jerome MorrowThe investigator taunts Irene about her lack of knowledge regarding Jerome's identity.
IreneThe investigator swims.
AntonEugene dies by suicide.
Eugene MorrowVincent successfully swaps his blood sample while Lamar performs the test.
Jerome Morrow, LamarJerome cleans his home.
Jerome MorrowThe rocket launches.
Jerome MorrowThe parents choose the traits for their next child with the Geneticist.
Detective Hugo, char_10, Jerome MorrowVincent discusses the test outcome with Irene.
Jerome Morrow, IreneInvestigators arrive at the condominium complex to find Jerome.
IreneThe investigator questions Hugo about the murder investigation.
Jerome MorrowVincent and Irene discuss genetics and the future.
Jerome Morrow, IreneJerome provides a fake urine sample to Lamar.
Jerome Morrow, LamarEugene prepares biological samples.
Eugene MorrowThe brothers mark their height on a doorframe, highlighting their physical differences.
char_10, Jerome Morrow, AntonVincent reflects as he heads to space.
Jerome MorrowJerome switches his contact lenses.
Jerome MorrowJerome provides a fake urine sample.
Jerome Morrow, LamarThe Investigator and Director Josef clash over the investigation's disruption to the mission.
Anton, Director JosefJerome prepares for his physical assessment.
Jerome Morrow, IreneVincent and Eugene discuss their future communication while Vincent prepares for a date.
Jerome Morrow, Eugene MorrowVincent and Irene are forced to flee Michael's club when the police conduct a raid.
Jerome Morrow, IreneYoung Vincent and Anton perform a blood brother pact.
Jerome Morrow, AntonThe brothers play a game of chicken in the ocean, Vincent loses.
Jerome Morrow, Anton, Detective Hugo, char_10Vincent feels defeated by his limitations at school.
Jerome MorrowVincent and Anton discuss astronomy; Vincent shows contempt.
Jerome Morrow, AntonVincent engages in an encounter that leads to a secret sample collection.
Jerome MorrowVincent's parents discourage his dreams of space travel.
Jerome Morrow, Anton, Detective Hugo, char_10Vincent experiences systemic discrimination at a job interview.
Jerome MorrowThe final swim contest between Vincent and Anton.
Jerome Morrow, Anton, Detective Hugo, char_10Vincent leaves home for good.
Jerome Morrow, AntonVincent works as a cleaner at Gattaca.
Jerome MorrowVincent cleans windows while Caesar warns him about his ambitions.
Jerome Morrow, CaesarVincent finds a discarded manual on Celestial Mechanics in the trash.
Jerome MorrowVincent visits a telescope shop and steals a telescope.
Jerome MorrowVincent sets up his telescope and studies in his apartment.
Jerome MorrowVincent meets German to discuss identity forgery.
Jerome Morrow, German, CaesarYou're both going to a lot of trouble--Maybe you can con somebody into believing you're me to get your foot in the door--but once you're inside, you're on your own. I'm sure you're sincere... but I was being groomed for something like this myself. Even without the accident I don't think I would have made it. My point is--how the hell do you expect to pull this off?
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