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Erin Brockovich (2000), directed by Steven Soderbergh, stars Julia Roberts as a legal clerk who built a case against Pacific Gas and Electric for contaminating drinking water in Hinkley, California; Roberts won the Academy Award for Best Actress.
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Is Erin Brockovich based on a true story?
Yes, Erin Brockovich is based on the real legal case against Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) for contaminating drinking water in Hinkley, California with hexavalent chromium. The real Erin Brockovich worked as a legal clerk for attorney Ed Masry and helped build the case that resulted in a $333 million settlement in 1996.
Did Julia Roberts win an Oscar for Erin Brockovich?
Yes, Julia Roberts won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Erin Brockovich in Steven Soderbergh's 2000 film. It remains her only Oscar win, though she had been previously nominated for Pretty Woman and Steel Magnolias.
How much did PG&E settle for in the real Erin Brockovich case?
PG&E settled with the residents of Hinkley, California for $333 million in 1996, one of the largest direct-action lawsuit settlements in U.S. history at the time. The film depicts how this settlement was reached through Brockovich's investigative work gathering evidence from affected residents.
Did the real Erin Brockovich appear in the movie?
Yes, the real Erin Brockovich makes a cameo appearance in the 2000 film as a waitress. The character she plays is named Julia, a nod to star Julia Roberts.
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