A twice-divorced mother of three who sees an injustice, takes on the bad guy and wins -- with a little help from her push-up bra. Erin goes to work for an attorney and comes across medical records describing illnesses clustered in one nearby town. She starts investigating and soon exposes a monumental cover-up.
A two-time single mother with no legal background, Erin Brockovich, becomes a legal activist fighting for the rights of families poisoned by the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in California. Despite her unconventional methods and lack of formal education, Erin's fierce determination and compassion for the victims lead her to uncover a massive cover-up and a landmark legal case.
Erin Brockovich was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its engaging storytelling and Julia Roberts's powerhouse performance, which earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film resonated with audiences for its inspiring true-story narrative and its focus on an underdog fighting against corporate injustice.
Google audience: Audiences largely praised Julia Roberts's compelling performance and the film's inspirational true story. Many found the movie to be entertaining, well-acted, and a satisfying underdog tale.
Academy Award for Best Actress (Julia Roberts), Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama (Julia Roberts), BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Julia Roberts). Nominated for numerous other awards.
The real Erin Brockovich makes a cameo appearance in the film as a waitress named Julia, working at the H&F Diner, a nod to Julia Roberts's character name.
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