Designer Genes(1990)

Designer Genes is a romantic comedy about an aging matinee idol confronting his mortality who seeks immortality—and unexpected romance—at a sperm bank. There he meets Jennifer Stewart, a pragmatic nurse working at the clinic. What begins as a transactional encounter evolves into genuine connection as the two navigate their vastly different life philosophies and desires. The film balances humor with heart, exploring themes of legacy, aging, and second chances through the unlikely pairing of a fading star and a grounded healthcare worker. Their chemistry sparks amid the clinical setting, creating both comedic moments and tender revelations about what it truly means to leave something behind.