description Veronica Guerin Overview
Veronica Guerin depicts the life of Irish journalist Veronica Guerin, who investigated organized crime and drug trafficking in Dublin. Her reporting ultimately resulted in her assassination in 1996 at age 37. The film is a biographical portrayal based on her real-life experiences, following another adaptation of her story.
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info Veronica Guerin Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2003 |
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Who plays Veronica Guerin in the movie?
Cate Blanchett portrays journalist Veronica Guerin in the 2003 film directed by Joel Schumacher. The movie was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and released by Touchstone Pictures.
When was the real Veronica Guerin killed?
Veronica Guerin was assassinated on June 26, 1996, shot at a traffic light on the Naas Road in Dublin by gunmen on a motorcycle. She was 37 years old and had been investigating drug lords for the Sunday Independent newspaper.
Was anyone convicted of Veronica Guerin's murder?
Crime boss John Gilligan, whom Guerin had been investigating, was tried for her murder but was acquitted. However, several individuals were convicted in connection with the killing, and Gilligan was later imprisoned for drug trafficking offenses.
How accurate is the movie Veronica Guerin?
The film directed by Joel Schumacher takes some dramatic liberties but accurately portrays Guerin's crusade against Dublin's drug trade and her 1996 assassination. Cate Blanchett's performance was widely praised for capturing the journalist's determination.
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