‘A true hero is one who is willing to commit body and soul to achieve a dream.’ Discuss.

‘There is no gene for the human spirit’, the willing Vincent proves. In Gattaca Vincent’s brave and determined commitment of body and soul ables him to surpass his ‘predetermined’ potential, and consequently achieve his dream. Vincent proves the falsity of genetic determinism. His victory over his ‘fate’ encourages and gives hope and inspiration to people with their own genetic troubles, like Irene and Doctor Lamar’s son. Proving Vincent to be a true hero.

After winning the swimming race with his brother Vincent doubts the class system and the whole ideology of genetic determinism. ‘My brother was not as strong a he had believed and I was not as weak’. He realizes anything is possible with courage, persistence and spirit. Anton, although strong in body lacks strength of the soul, result...