Erin Brockovich

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Summary: erin for movie of the year!
Review: Erin Brockovich By: Heather Wadowski USC Grade: A+

There is only one thing wrong with Julia Roberts' latest hit "Erin Brockovich" and that is that the film was released at the wrong time. "Erin Brockovich" is the perfect film to sweep the Academy Awards if only it was released around the holidays. It is a touching movie that stays as real to real life as it can. Similar to real life, the only way to get through the rough spots is to laugh, and writer Susannah Grant knows this. Even during the film's most depressing and down moments, humor rises to lighten the mood and entertain the audience. Julia Roberts gives her best performance to date as Erin Brockovich, and she alone makes the movie. Albert Finney gives a wonderful performance as well as Ed Masry, the boss who hates to love Erin. His performances definitely deserve a nod come Oscar time, while Roberts deserves not only a nod, but the gold. Based on a true story, "Erin Brockovich" is the story of a desperate single mom who takes a job in a law firm to help put food on the table for her kids. What she ends up discovering though are connections between a power company's abuse of toxic chromium and the sick town locals who have been drinking the poisoned water supply. The DVD also includes deleted scenes, production notes, spotlight on-location, theatrical trailers and "Erin Brockovich: A Look at a Real Life Experience." If there is one film every movie fan should see it is "Erin Brockovich." Even with all the great summer films out in the theaters right now, this one still beats them hands down. So go out and rent the film that should sweep the Oscars before everyone else runs for a copy, "Erin Brockovich." It is a touching story, a great comedy, and a tear-jerker... in other words it has something for everyone.

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Summary: FEMME FATALE ON ERIN BROCKOVICH
Review: We remember Julia Roberts for her megawatt smiles in Pretty Woman and romantic comedies like My Best Friend's Wedding. But never has she been more feisty, intelligent in the gritty Erin Brockovich and with director Steven Soderbergh from Out of sight, the movie is glossed up with excellent cinematography from Ed Lachman, a strong and sexy plot, and stauch supporting cast. No doubt, the star vechicle is Roberts in which she play an intelligent waitress who sue a company and summoned an astounding compensation for toxic pollution in which contamination plagued the town of Hickley, California. There she emerged to be the talking point by beating against corporate dominion.

Julia Roberts hones her acting and has never been better. No doubt her megawatt smiles are put to good use for this one, with those moulding apparel to flaunt boldly her figure. But behind the cloak of independence lies a resonant human drama. Roberts faces the breakdown of her family as a single, raising her children, and there in lies a pillion rider neighbor Albert Finney and her refreshing chemistry with George in the attorney firm.

It is her affection, her will and strength that bolsters the drama and Roberts handles the emotional scenes with maturity. It is a believable drama which explores the human heart, the triumph against evil and the vulnerable woman's center. The video release makes it a must-watch and is definitely a keeper. You cannot miss Erin Brockovich.

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Summary: Incredibly funny and inspiring!
Review: The movie and actions of Erin Brockovitch best exemplify Margaret Mead's quote, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, indeed it is the only thing that ever has." Based on a true story of a disasterous act on part of Pacific Gas & Electric, in not fixing or making efforts to fix the leak of contaminated water to family homes, Erin Brockovitch shows how an ordinary citizen can make a difference within the system.

If Julia Roberts does not get the Academy Award, or even a nomination, it will be considered a travesty on part of the Association of Motion Pictures. It would be nearly impossible for Roberts not to secure the award or nomination, because this is most definately her best film. Portraying Brockovitch, the single mother of three, Roberts uses her wit, stubborness and physical appearances to land a job with the law office and then to take on the investigation of this case.

While this was a legal film, it was such a wonderful balance of drama and comedy. The director, producer and screen writers all did a fabulous job with this film.

For all movie viewers who want to be inspired by the notion of one person making a difference in the lives of many others, and how a small group of people can truly change the system, you should undoubtedly watch Erin Brockovitch.

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Summary: a true story, touching and intelligent
Review: The best thing about this movie is knowing that the story is true. Despite being twice divorced and having 2 kids to support on no income and dead-beat dads, Erin uses her keen intellect and spitfire determination to beat the odds... and boy does she ever.

While there are scenes that are drop-dead funny because you identify with Erin, it's easy to understand why so many people were frustrated with her... she did more than to just rub folks the wrong way.

After she worms her way into working for what must be the only lawyer with integrity on earth, her life takes on new meaning as she helps victims of big industry get the justice they have been consistently screwed out of.

Erin's lawyer boss can be brusque and irritating, but the two grow on each other and become unstoppable. In the end, you'll be ready to send your resume to him yourself.

The film has sexual innuendo and lotsa language, so this isn't for the little viewers... but if you like a comedy with brains and a feel-good true story to boot, this is one you won't want to miss.

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Summary: Fine performance does not a movie make
Review: Excellent Julia Roberts performance cannot redeem a deeply misleading and awkwardly assembled movie about tough-talking woman who helps assemble a lawsuit against alleged polluters for $333 million. Factual basis of the film has shown to be badly lacking (the groundwater contamination mentioned in the film was not remotely at a level that could have affected human health); the rest of the movie isn't that great, either. Soderberg tries, but can't overcome the limitations of his script.

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Summary: oscar or not?
Review: will she (Julia Roberts)win an oscar or not.Like a few others I know I can see her or not.This time I choose to see what a lot of people knew,that she can act.At first you think this is the usual story,girl with heart,poor,single,alone.Enter man on bike called George,( Aaron Eckhart).Then theres the laywer Ed Masry(Albert Finney).Gruff hard boiled but again has a kind heart under that bull interior.Story true, little people take on the large corperation this time a water company.Roberts give something more than playing the part of this heroine,she shows herself.This is her picture all the way and the surporting cast is execellent,although you don't see Eckhart or Finney alot they suport Roberts though out this film.Even though the water company is the villian, you have a smaller one played by another fine actor name who is ask to come in by Finney and help take the case the rest of the way.Roberts is both excellent and frustrated by this out landish plan.She shows that she may look a tart but she really has no label on her.Those that are to yet get to watch this amazing film should not wait for the video or dvd,pay the money and enjoy.IF THE ACCADEMY want to give there oscar to the best acctress then please let them give to Miss Julia Roberts.

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Summary: Absolutely Julia Roberts' best performance ever...
Review: and, this is the best movie released this year. Period. Look for this to be Julia Roberts' year at the Oscars! Best Actress! No question about it. You heard it here first! 7-7-2000. Steven Soderbergh also hit one out of the park here. Don't miss Sheila Shaw as Ruth Linwood, she's brilliant too! This is one frigging good movie, people!

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Summary: Julia Roberts' best work yet.
Review: Julia Roberts gives the best performance of her career in this movie. Has a lot of cussing unfortunately, but it's a true story...so I guess they have to tell it like it is. This movie will keep you interested from start to finish.

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Summary: Roberts' best performance!
Review: I saw this movie in theatre and thought it was brilliant. Very worthwhile!

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Summary: Much better than I expected
Review: I went into this movie thinking it was going to be just another "chick flick." (Not that there's anything wrong with that, mind you...) I found myself pleasantly surprised. This movie was funny in the way that I like: understated and without drawing attention to the comedy. Julia Roberts was fun to watch.