Why was Captain Steven "Steve" Hiller denied by NASA?
One of plots in Independence Day has United States Marine Cpt. Steven "Steve" Hiller wanting to become an Astronaut. It's part of his motivation in life. One scene prior to the apocalypse has him receive a letter from NASA rejecting his application.
Why was he rejected by NASA?
Best Answer
His buddy explained earlier that although he respects Steve's girlfriend Jasmine, NASA is never going to accept Steve Hiller if he's dating (or married to) a stripper, which is what Jasmine does for a living.
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