Great story, but too drawn out

Rating: Null/10 (18 March 2000)

"Erin Brockovich" had everything but my vote for a really outstanding film.
In the spirit of "The Rainmaker" comes "Erin Brockovich", a film that tries to capture the audience's sympathy; however, it failed.
I felt that the premise was great but the way it was told was too long. For example, there were scenes in the film that were not needed.

I understand that this was based on a true story and the real Erin Brockovich had a cameo appearance as a waitress but after awhile I was wondering if watching this film was worth admission. I need to see a film that basically has not been done before either well or in a long time otherwise what is the sense of watching it.
"Erin Brockovich" while based on a true story was too much like "The Rainmaker" and "A Civil Action." In my opinion, it needed to be distanced from it.
I give this film a 7 out of 10 for the plot, effort, attempt and acting.