Erin Brockovich (2000)
PG&E poisoned an entire town. Sound familiar?
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Synopsis
Based on the true story of Erin Brockovich, a legal assistant who discovers that Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) has been contaminating the drinking water of Hinkley, California with hexavalent chromium — a known carcinogen — and covering it up for decades. The case resulted in the largest direct-action lawsuit settlement in U.S. history at the time: $333 million.
Our Review
The film that introduced millions of people to the concept of corporate environmental negligence. Julia Roberts' Oscar-winning performance makes the legal fight accessible, but the real power is in the pattern: a utility company knew its operations were poisoning a community, concealed the evidence, and fought accountability until forced into court.
Who Should Watch
Everyone. The most accessible introduction to how corporate negligence lawsuits work.
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What Critics Say
“An exhilarating tale about a woman discovering her full potential and running with it.”
Variety
“Julia Roberts is flat-out terrific. This is the richest role of her career.”
David Ansen, Newsweek
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