Erin Brockovich

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Erin Brockovich

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Released Mar 17, 2000

2h 11m

Drama

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Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts) is a woman in a tight spot. Following a car accident in which Erin is not at fault, Erin pleads with her attorney Ed Masry (Albert Finney) to hire her at his law firm. Erin stumbles upon some medical records placed in real estate files. She convinces Ed to allow her to investigate, where she discovers a cover-up involving contaminated water in a local community which is causing devastating illnesses among its residents.

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Critics Consensus

Taking full advantage of Julia Roberts's considerable talent and appeal, Erin Brockovich overcomes a few character and plot issues to deliver a smart, thoughtful, and funny legal drama.

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Jack Mathews

New York Daily News

In the title role, Roberts carries the film in the best sense, by taking us on a human journey of genuine discovery and growth.

Feb 16, 2018

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Julia Roberts winner. R mostly for language.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 24, 2010

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Mick LaSalle

San Francisco Chronicle

Rated: 3/4

Jun 18, 2002

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Triumphant as a biographical and historical account (the real Brockovich suggests that the majority of the film is factual) of an exceptionally unexceptional woman accomplishing the seemingly impossible.

Rated: 8/10

Nov 8, 2024

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JD Duran

InSession Film

Steven Soderbergh is really great at taking characters in real-life settings, making them relatable and giving them some depth.

Rated: A

Aug 16, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Steven Soderbergh wields Julia Roberts’ star power to draw public attention to an environmental issue. It’s a shrewd tactic, but typical of the director using A-list actors to expose predatory corporate and capitalistic behaviors.

Rated: 3/4

Jul 27, 2023

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Shelley Ann V

Fantastic redemption story, though money can't replace lost health and lost lives. Corporate scum proven guilty is always satisfying, especially when it's done by Julia Roberts, gorgeous in every scene, convincing and empathetic. PS There's even a bonus where she stands up to the demands of her man to put him first.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/09/24

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Fabrícia F

Uma corajosa mulher decide investigar uma série de irregularidades que prejudica a comunidade onde vive. Um enredo produzido com muita competência sem se perder do roteiro. Original, interessante e comovente.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/25/24

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Bobby K

Julia Roberts was pretty good. The production was underwhelming. The story is interesting but the execution is pretty bad.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/31/24

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Sams K

Julia Roberts is badass here! Great movie, deep message!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/24/24

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Pearl M

Julia Roberts great works!!!! ....I can always go back to watch a Classic film during that Y2K era😀 ......I can remember when this film came out , going to movie theater back then --this film was so heart wrenching because it brought attention to public health crisis in communities that were written off and it shows the perceptions of legal system against healthcare ....This film was an awakening . Thank you Erin Brockovich for your tenacity,drive, compassion and commitment to help "we the people" 🇺🇸.......

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/23/24

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James E

This was my 2nd viewing and I enjoyed it as much as the first. A true story that bares repeating. Julie Roberts and supporting cast are wonderful. So glad she was honored with a much deserved Oscar. The highest recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/22/24

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Synopsis

Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts) is a woman in a tight spot. Following a car accident in which Erin is not at fault, Erin pleads with her attorney Ed Masry (Albert Finney) to hire her at his law firm. Erin stumbles upon some medical records placed in real estate files. She convinces Ed to allow her to investigate, where she discovers a cover-up involving contaminated water in a local community which is causing devastating illnesses among its residents.

Director: Steven Soderbergh
Producer: Danny DeVito, Michael Shamberg, Stacey Sher
Screenwriter: Susannah Grant
Distributor: Columbia Tristar, Universal Pictures
Production Co: Jersey Films
Rating: R (Language)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 17, 2000, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 25, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $125.5M
Runtime: 2h 11m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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