Jordan I. Jane Gender Roles

Gender roles are prominent in society. It is considered “odd” if a male shows emotions and for a female to participate in physically demanding tasks. When Jordan O’Neil is a “test subject” for Senator DeHaven. The senator wants to prove a point to society that women are incapable of being in the army. G.I. Jane is an empowering movie to women around the world. It demonstrates equality between men and women by shutting down gender roles in society. Jordan O’Neil agrees to be a test subject because she is, “pissed off.” She was rejected from the Navy because females are not allowed on a submarine because they do not provide female facilities. Jordan is determined to succeed, while the rest of the world roots against her. Over half of the participants do not finish the program and end early. Jordan has all odds against her because no one believes a woman can complete a man’s job. It is disbelieving to see
Becoming a Navy Seal is a demanding task, and most men do not finish the program. To show her determination and proving she belongs, she shaves her head. For Watching the movie from a videography viewpoint, it was well done. Jordan shaves her head and is seen doing intense workouts in the dim lights. It is an empowering moment in the film because one feels Jordan’s exhaustion, but can see her determination. There are times where women are seen as weak and fragile, and Jordan proves that stereotype to be inaccurate. Jordan visits the doctor for a check-up and has many complications with her physical body due to overworking it. Jordan polity demands the nurse to “fix her,” so she can continue her training. Jordan has lasted longer in the training than other male participants. She refuses to ring the bell in defeat. Her perseverance is aspiring for all men and women. Senator DeHaven seemed to be Jordan’s biggest fan, but turned out to be her worst