The Bottom Line
Based on the true story of reporter Veronica Guerin and her tragic death at the hands of drug dealers, "Veronica Guerin" is a fascinating look at the lengths one woman went to to make her city a safer place to live. Starring Cate Blanchett in the title role, this movie didn't find an audience during its theatrical release but hopefully will be discovered on DVD.
Pros
- Cate Blanchett is amazing as reporter Veronica Guerin
- Entertaining and enlightening
Cons
- Only one deleted scene (but that's only a minor complaint)
Description
- Deleted Scene - Cate Blanchett as Veronica Guerin receives an award from the CPJ;
- Video of the real Veronica Guerin receiving the CPJ (Committee to Protect Journalists) Award;
- Audio commentary by director Joel Schumacher;
- Audio commentary by writers Carol Doyle and Mary Agnes Donoghue;
- Photo Gallery of pictures taken on the set by Jerry Bruckheimer (includes commentary on each photo_z_movies_z_);
- 'Public Mask, Private Fears'-The cast and crew discuss Veronica Guerin and working on this film;
- 'Conversation With Jerry Bruckheimer'-Producer Bruckheimer talks about his involvement in this film.
Guide Review - "Veronica Guerin" DVD Review
"Veronica Guerin" takes place in Dublin in the mid-1990s as newspaper reporter Veronica Guerin, tired of covering the same old stories, decides it's time someone took on the growing drug problem and exposed the players who were turning neighborhoods into war zones. The recepient of numerous death threats, Guerin never gave up on her quest to make the streets safer for children. A loving wife and mother, Guerin put her life on the line and paid the ultimate price for doing battle with the drug lords who were destroying her beloved city.
Cate Blanchett does a terrific job as Guerin. Equally as impressive are supporting players Ciaran Hinds, Gerard McSorley, Brenda Fricker, Don Wycherley, Barry Barnes, and in a short cameo - Colin Farrell.
As for the bonus features, there's only one deleted scene, which is a bit of a disappointment if you're a fan of deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes footage like I am. However the 'Public Mask, Private Fears' featurette makes for compelling viewing and the video of Veronica Guerin speaking in front of members of the Committee to Protect Journalists is heartbreaking given the outcome of her fight to clean up the streets.
