Gattaca Timeline ( Real )

film_release
October 24, 1997

Release of Gattaca

The science fiction film Gattaca was released in theaters, exploring themes of genetic engineering and societal discrimination.

Gattaca Timeline ( Fictional )

birth
circa 2030

Vincent's Birth

Vincent is born naturally, without genetic selection, in a world where genetic engineering determines one's life prospects.

ambition
childhood years

Vincent's Ambition to Join Gattaca

Despite his genetically 'inferior' status, Vincent dreams of working at the space exploration company Gattaca.

identity_fraud
early adulthood

Vincent Assumes Jerome's Identity

Vincent takes on the identity of Jerome Morrow, a genetically superior individual, to bypass genetic discrimination and gain employment at Gattaca.

employment
shortly after identity assumption

Vincent Hired by Gattaca Aerospace

Using Jerome's genetic identity, Vincent is hired to work at Gattaca and pursue his dream of space travel.

crime
during Vincent's employment at Gattaca

Murder of Director Josef

Director Josef is murdered inside the Gattaca organization, triggering a police investigation.

investigation
after the murder

Vincent Undergoes Police Investigation

Vincent is investigated for the director's murder but manages to evade suspicion despite scrutiny over his genetic background.

relationship
midway through employment

Reveal of Vincent's True Identity to Irene

Irene, a colleague at Gattaca, discovers Vincent's true identity but keeps his secret, forming a close bond.

achievement
final phase of the story

Vincent Launches on Space Mission

Vincent achieves his dream by launching on a mission to Titan, overcoming genetic discrimination.