If you could change things about yourself, both physical and mental, what would you change and why? In the film Gattaca, a science fiction film directed by Andrew Niccol, the characters are genetically modified before birth to avoid all the imperfections that may occur during their life. This film stars Ethan Hawke and Jude Law as the main characters Vincent Freeman and Eugene Morrow. Supporting roles are played by Uma Thurman and Loren Dean as Irene Cassini and Anton Freeman. Gattaca gives us a futuristic idea of ​​how genetic engineering will affect the human race and discriminate against those with less genetic superiority. Eugene Morrow, a member of the elite who has been genetically modified, donates his DNA to join and become a borrowed scale with the main character Vincent. Eugene is a perfect example of a genetically modified child in the portrayal of his attitude and the way he acts. While Gattaca does not specifically state whether genetic engineering is safe for reality, understanding what genetic engineering is and evaluating whether genetic engineering affects traits and personality is crucial to understanding this film. Biologically, genetic engineering is understood as the “process of making changes in the DNA code of living organisms” (Miller 1094). The process occurs with scientists identifying the DNA sequence. The next step in this process would be to use enzymes to cut the gene at specific locations. The A(n) enzyme is a protein that acts as a biological stimulus and in this case is used to control chemical reactions. The third step in this process is copying the gene that can also be called transcription. The next step will be to create the genetic package by adding more DNA to both ends of t...... middle of paper ......attaca 1987). capable of him genetically had just beaten him. This shows that genetics can also very well affect a person's self-esteem. Although Gattaca cannot specifically state whether genetic engineering is safe for reality, understanding what the. genetic engineering and evaluating whether genetic engineering affects traits and personality is crucial to understanding this film. After using sources from numerous scientists and people who say that genetic engineering has its pros and cons, it is very difficult to make a decision. In modern society it is already difficult enough to be judged and discriminated against, but to be discriminated against by a genetic code is to take science to the next level. In a futuristic environment like Gattaca, and you were in Vincent's place, you would risk your life?