Erin Brockovich displays the successful power of one individual against massive structures of power. Erin Brockovich comes across a concealed case of corporate malfeasance and wishes to galvanize the community members in taking action against an awesomely powerful force.
As a leader, Brockovich demonstrates some distinct traits. One trait is her charisma. Brockovich is shown to be a very charismatic leader in how she is able to move the community of Hinckley into mobilizing against Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). Part of the reason she is so successful is because her charisma resides in honesty. Throughout the film, Erin is shown to speak from a position of blunt honesty, enabling her to be so taken in by anyone who comes into contact
