Dana and Tom with returning guest, Ryan Luis Rodriguez (host and creator of One Track Mind podcast, and co-host of Reels of Justice) discuss Erin Brockovich (2000) for its 25th anniversary: directed by Steven Soderbergh, written by Susannah Grant, cinematography by Ed Lachman, music Thomas Newman, starring Julia Robert, Albert Finney, and Aaron Eckhart.

Plot Summary: Erin Brockovich is a biographical drama starring Julia Roberts as the titular character, a struggling single mother who stumbles upon a major environmental scandal. Working at a small law firm, Erin discovers that Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) has been contaminating the water supply of Hinkley, California, leading to severe health issues for its residents. Despite having no formal legal training, her relentless determination and personal connection to the victims drive her to build a case against the corporation. With her bold personality and refusal to back down, she helps secure a record-breaking $333 million settlement. The film, directed by Steven Soderbergh, is a compelling tale of persistence, justice, and the power of one person to make a difference.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Our Guest

01:42 Cast and Background for Erin Brockovich

03:26 Relationship(s) with Erin Brockovich

07:44 What is Erin Brockovich About?

11:12 Why is Law Such a Captivating Film Subject?

13:51 Plot Summary for Erin Brockovich

14:55 Did You Know?

16:32 First Break

17:15 What's Up with Ryan Luis Rodriguez

21:11 Best Performance(s)

30:05 Best/Favorite/Indelible Scene(s)

37:10 Second Break

37:51 In Memoriam

42:37 Best/Funniest Lines

44:09 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy

49:40 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance

52:39 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty

55:49 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness

59:21 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability

01:01:55 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total

01:03:14 Remaining Questions for Erin Brockovich

01:04:39 Thank You to Our Guest

01:05:26 Remaining Thoughts for the Week

01:09:39 Credits

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Erin Brockovich, Steven Soderbergh, Julia Roberts, legal drama, environmental issues, film analysis, movie podcast, Oscar winner, character study, film legacy, Best Director, Best Actress, Oscar, Best Picture, nominee

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