She brought a small town and a huge business to its knees. In a world where heroes are often rare, Erin Brockovich's story is an inspiring reminder of the power of humanity. spirit. Her passion, tenacity and unwavering desire to fight for the rights of the oppressed defied all odds...her victory made even sweeter by the fact that by helping others, she in turn helped herself. Erin Brockovich is a moving, funny and unconventional woman. drama based on true events, starring two-time Academy Award nominee Julia Roberts as a twice-divorced mother of three young children who sees an injustice, takes on the bad guy, and wins. Without money, without work and without prospects on the horizon. , Erin Brockovich (Roberts) is a woman in a difficult situation. Following a car accident in which Erin was not at fault, her situation is made even worse when her lawyer is unable to get her any settlement. With nowhere else to turn, Erin begs her lawyer Ed Masry (Albert Finney) to hire her at his law firm. It was there, while working, that Erin stumbled across medical records placed in real estate files. Confused, she begins to question the connection. She convinces Ed to allow her to investigate, where she uncovers a cover-up involving contaminated water in a local community that is causing devastating illnesses among its residents. Although the local citizens are initially hesitant to get involved, Erin's persistence and personal interest in their lives makes them listen. Erin, a kindred spirit, is one of them, and her ability to connect with them on their level puts them at ease, ultimately earning their trust. Helping him is his next-door neighbor, George (Aaron Eckhart), a Harley Davidson biker whose friendship and support gives him time to pursue the case...