Drama,Thriller,Mystery,War
United States of America
Courage Under Fire is a 1996 war drama film directed by Edward Zwick. The film stars Denzel Washington, Meg Ryan, and Lou Diamond Phillips. The story follows Lieutenant Colonel Nat Serling (Washington), who was tasked to investigate the death of Captain Karen Emma Walden (Ryan), a chopper commander who was killed in action during the Gulf War.
At first, Serling is convinced that Walden deserves to receive the Medal of Honor for her bravery and heroism. However, as he begins to conduct interviews with the soldiers who served with Walden, he starts to uncover inconsistencies in their stories and begins to suspect that a cover-up may be protecting the truth.
As Serling digs deeper into the events leading up to Walden's death, he discovers that a "friendly fire" incident may have been the cause of her demise and that an officer in his unit (played by Matt Damon) may have been responsible. Throughout his investigation, Serling must navigate through the personal and political pressures that threaten to derail the truth.
The film explores themes of guilt, sacrifice, and the morality of war. It received critical acclaim for its gripping performances, nuanced storytelling, and realistic portrayal of military life. Courage Under Fire is a powerful and thought-provoking film that showcases the courage and humanity of soldiers in the face of unimaginable danger.
