G.I. Jane is a military action-drama film released in 1997, directed by Ridley Scott. It stars Demi Moore as Lieutenant Jordan O'Neil, a skilled Navy intelligence officer who is chosen by a hard-nosed Democratic senator Lillian DeHaven (Anne Bancroft) to become the first woman to serve in the Navy's Combined Reconnaissance Team (CRT), a highly secretive and elite counter-terrorism unit.
After some initial skepticism from the top brass, Lieutenant O'Neil, with the support of her commanding officer, Captain Salem (Viggo Mortensen), passes the rigorous CRT training which includes grueling physical and psychological tests. The film portrays the immense physical and emotional challenges faced by O'Neil as she tries to prove her worth to her male counterparts, especially to Master Chief John Urgayle (Denzel Washington), a tough and uncompromising trainer who initially resents her presence.
Throughout the training, O'Neil faces suspicion and hostility from many of her male colleagues, who do not believe that a woman can make it through the program. However, she perseveres and gradually earns the respect of the other trainees, eventually being accepted by her team.
As O'Neil prepares to undertake a dangerous mission to gather intelligence on a Libyan terrorist leader, she faces additional challenges, including a political scandal concerning her appointment to the CRT and threats from her detractors within the military. However, she remains steadfast in her commitment to serving her country and completing her mission.
In the end, O'Neil successfully completes her mission, saves her team, and demonstrates that she is every bit as capable and courageous as her male counterparts. G.I. Jane is a powerful and inspiring film that celebrates the courage of women and challenges traditional gender roles in the military and beyond.