Though this made-for-TV movie trumpets its fact-based origins, its reliance on cliches robs it of the gravity the story merits. A divorced mother of two, Mary Joe O'Malley (Ann Heche) is always juggling the needs of her home life and her career as an Army captain. Having gained the respect of her men, Captain O'Malley has avoided being the target of sexism and even impresses military legend Major Nelson Gray, (Sam Shephard) when he conducts a training exercise at her base. And yet somehow, this exemplary female officer ends up accused of Major Gray's murder. O'Malley's advocate, Captain Walker Randall (Eric Stoltz), gives her the benefit of the doubt, but his client ...
Released:
2000
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
93 mins