Rachel McAdams’ Captivating Role in Guilt by Association: A Look Back at Her Early Career

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Rachel McAdams starred as Danielle Mason in the 2002 Canadian television film Guilt by Association. When it was released on March 13, 2002, she was 23 years old. She celebrated her 24th birthday on November 17, 2002.

A Gripping Tale of Innocence and Injustice: The Plot of ‘Guilt by Association

Based on actual events and directed by Graeme Campbell, the film stars Mercedes Ruehl as Susan Walker, a widowed mother of two who is arrested for conspiracy to traffic drugs after her boyfriend, Russell (Alex Carter), is caught by the police.

Susan is unaware of Russell’s drug dealing, but she is convicted and sentenced to twenty years in prison. The film follows Susan as she adjusts to life in prison and fights for her freedom.

Mercedes Ruehl as Susan Walker, Daniel Magder as Max, and Rachel McAdams as Danielle Mason in the 2002 Canadian television film Guilt by AssociationMercedes Ruehl as Susan Walker, Daniel Magder as Max, and Rachel McAdams as Danielle Mason in the 2002 Canadian television film Guilt by Association (Credit: Incendo Productions)

Fashion on the Red Carpet: Rachel McAdams at the ‘Morning Glory’ Premiere

In January 2011, Rachel McAdams wore her purple satin Charlotte Olympia Paloma pumps to the 2010 American romantic comedy-drama film Morning Glory premiere at the Empire Leicester Square in London, England.

Rachel McAdams wears her hair down at the UK premiere of "Morning Glory"Rachel McAdams wears her hair down at the UK premiere of “Morning Glory” held on January 11, 2011, at the Empire Leicester Square in London (Credit: WENN)

Despite the frigidly cold weather, the then-32-year-old Canadian actress dared to wear a Suno Spring 2011 collection dress with a neckline as low as the freezing temperatures.

Rachel McAdams shows off some skin in a Suno dress paired with Charlotte Olympia pumpsRachel McAdams shows off some skin in a Suno dress paired with Charlotte Olympia pumps (Credit: WENN)

The dress, adorned with a graceful pattern of blue and white, showcased a flared skirt that gracefully reached knee-length.

Its design was further enhanced with broad side panels, artfully cut to reveal a tasteful glimpse of the side, adding a touch of allure to the overall silhouette.

Rachel McAdams bares some side boob in a blue floral Suno dressRachel McAdams bares some side boob in a blue floral Suno dress (Credit: WENN)

The star of “The Notebook” styled her dress with a large gold ring and — we assume — a good amount of hidden fashion tape.

She kept her makeup simple and wore her hair down, covering her mole.

Rachel McAdams's feet in purple satin Charlotte Olympia pumpsRachel McAdams’s feet in purple satin Charlotte Olympia pumps (Credit: WENN)

Rachel finished her ensemble with Charlotte Olympia’s popular “Paloma” pumps in purple satin.

The Paloma is a popular choice for fashion-forward women who want a statement shoeThe Paloma is a popular choice for fashion-forward women who want a statement shoe

Charlotte Olympia Paloma Signature Court Island Platform in PurpleCharlotte Olympia Paloma Signature Court Island Platform in Purple