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Dallas Buyers Club

  • 2013
  • R
  • 1h 57m
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7.9/10
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In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease.In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease.In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease.

  • Director
    • Jean-Marc Vallée
  • Writers
    • Craig Borten
    • Melisa Wallack
  • Stars
    • Matthew McConaughey
    • Jennifer Garner
    • Jared Leto
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    535K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,257
    652
    • Director
      • Jean-Marc Vallée
    • Writers
      • Craig Borten
      • Melisa Wallack
    • Stars
      • Matthew McConaughey
      • Jennifer Garner
      • Jared Leto
    • 470User reviews
    • 405Critic reviews
    • 77Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 3 Oscars
      • 85 wins & 88 nominations total

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    Matthew McConaughey
    Matthew McConaughey
    • Ron Woodroof
    Jennifer Garner
    Jennifer Garner
    • Eve
    Jared Leto
    Jared Leto
    • Rayon
    Steve Zahn
    Steve Zahn
    • Tucker
    Denis O'Hare
    Denis O'Hare
    • Dr. Sevard
    Michael O'Neill
    Michael O'Neill
    • Richard Barkley
    Dallas Roberts
    Dallas Roberts
    • David Wayne
    Griffin Dunne
    Griffin Dunne
    • Dr. Vass
    Kevin Rankin
    Kevin Rankin
    • T.J.
    Donna Duplantier
    Donna Duplantier
    • Nurse Frazin
    Deneen Tyler
    Deneen Tyler
    • Denise
    • (as Deneen D. Tyler)
    JD Evermore
    JD Evermore
    • Clint
    • (as J.D. Evermore)
    Ian Casselberry
    Ian Casselberry
    • Hispanic Orderly
    Noelle Wilcox
    • Kelly
    Bradford Cox
    • Sunny
    Rick Espaillat
    Rick Espaillat
    • Michael
    Lawrence Turner
    Lawrence Turner
    • Larry
    Lucius Falick
    • Freddie
    • Director
      • Jean-Marc Vallée
    • Writers
      • Craig Borten
      • Melisa Wallack
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    7ferguson-6

    I like Your Style

    Greetings again from the darkness. It's not unusual for an actor or actress to alter their physical appearance for a movie role. Sometimes those changes become the story: Robert DeNiro in Raging Bull and Christian Bale in The Machinist are two that come to mind. Regardless of the transformation or make-up, what really matters is the performance and the character. Just ask Eddie Murphy (Norbit) or Gwyneth Paltrow (Shallow Hal). In The Dallas Buyers Club, we actually get two incredible transformations that lead to two stunning performances.

    Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto each lost approximately 40 pounds for their respective roles as Ron Woodroof, the redneck, three-way loving, alcoholic, drug-addicted electrician/rodeo cowboy; and Rayon, the sensitive, street-savvy, would-be transsexual so desperate for a kind word. Their physical appearance will startle you more than once, but is quite effective in getting across the struggles of those infected with HIV virus in the 1980's. The numbers impacted exploded and the medical profession was ill-equipped to properly treat the patients.

    This is based on a true story and a real life guy (Woodroof) who became a most unlikely beacon of hope for AIDS patients. Woodroof fought the medical industry, Pharmaceutical companies and the government (FDA, DEA, IRS). It's impossible to miss the message and accusations that most of these had a single goal of increasing profits, rather than curing the disease. And that's where the story lags a bit. Michael O'Neill and Dennis O'Hare are the faces of greed and bureaucracy, while Jennifer Garner, Leto, and Griffin Dunne represent the side with a heart. Woodroof seems to be a guy who just doesn't want to die, sees a business opportunity, and even learns a little bit about humanity along the way.

    There have been numerous other projects that deal with AIDS, including: Philadelphia with Tom Hanks and the recent documentary How to Survive a Plague. This may be the first with a protagonist who is simply unlikeable, despite his passion and strong survival instincts. McConaughey doesn't shy away from the homophobic personality and cruel manner of speech that Woodroof possesses. We never doubt his frustration at those controlling the big picture, but we never really see him connect with those his brash tactics help.

    McConaughey is on a dream run as an actor right now, and it certainly wouldn't be surprising to see him garner an Oscar nomination. But it would be a mistake to chalk that up to his losing so much weight - he really delivers a character that we won't soon forget. And let's not overlook Mr. Leto, who has been away from acting for 4 years touring with his band. He is a remarkable talent and a true screen presence. Compare this role to his Mark David Chapman in Chapter 27. It's not just the range of weight, but moreso the range in acting that so impresses.

    Also worth noting here is the outstanding cinematography of Yves Belanger. This movie is shot in a way that brings out the intimacy of the moments, while not losing the big picture. Director Jean-Marc Vallee (The Young Victoria) and co-writers Craig Borten and Melisa Wallack work together for a solid foundation, but it's McConaughey and Leto that we will most remember ... and of course, the pics of the great Marc Bolan on the wall. www.MovieReviewsFromTheDark.wordpress.com
    9Rebel_With_A_Cause_94

    A Facisnating True Story with Gritty Realism and Excellent Performances

    One of the best films I've seen this year! A raw, gritty, and incredible true story about a HIV diagnosed man who went to extraordinary lengths to survive at a time when the AIDS epidemic was at it's worst.

    Matthew McConaughey who lost a significant amount of weight to play the role gives the performance of his career along with Jared Leto who's equally as good here. The two give quite possibly the best performances I've seen in a film all year in which I actually forgot I was watching actors in a film and instead felt as if I was watching real people. There's no doubt they will both receive nominations for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor.

    While this kind of story does feel a bit familiar overall, it's excellent screenplay and sense of realism along with the excellent performances make up for it. While it's defiantly not easy viewing and a bit of a downer to watch, it's a truly inspiring (and important) true story and one of the years best films.

    McConaughey has been made out to be a bit of a laughing stock after starring in a series of really mediocre films. His recent performances however, have shown that the man truly is one of the best actors working in the business right now. Dallas Buyers Club is only further proof of this.
    8Andreus3000

    interesting biographical movie with amazing performance

    Once it gets going, it's really great. Matthew McConaughey makes a transformation that rivals the levels of Christian Bale, and Jared Leto steals it when he shows up. Check it out before the Oscars! The fireworks caused by pitting never-say-die Texas bravado against heartlessness is a powerful mix, and the film manages to be an inspiring tale amidst all this sadness.
    8majic-5

    Two shining performances

    Other reviewers have ably reviewed this film, so I'll just say that this small gem is the best film I've seen so far this year. Both lead actors give sparkling performances, and in scenes where they share the screen, you might need sunglasses to handle the sun-bright intensity.

    Of note is that this entire film was shot in only 23 days and Leto, in particular, said in an interview on the Daily Show, that he didn't have much time to rehearse, making the performance even more impressive. The only detraction was Jennifer Garner. She barely projects the authority of a nurse, let alone a doctor, even though female doctors in the 70's (and maybe today) were second-class citizens.
    8reddiemurf81

    No wonder they won those Oscars,,,

    McConaughey, Leto,, and Garner all gave great performances in this one.

    I didn't see this until awhile after it came out,, but it took on new meaning for me after dealing with my own illnesses. This movie does a great job of showing how medical care and the FDA really work. I realize that money has to be made,, but dangit,, when YOU are the one who's sick,, you just want to FEEL better!!! Anyways,,,

    Watch it already!!!

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    • Trivia
      The film's budget was so low that the makeup budget was only $250. The makeup artists were able to work with that amount, and the film won the Oscar for Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
    • Goofs
      In Ron's motel office, he has a poster on the wall behind his chair of a Lamborghini Aventador, which was released in 2011. Roughly 25 years after the scene was supposed to have taken place.
    • Quotes

      Ron Woodroof: Let me give y'all a little news flash. There ain't nothin' out there can kill fuckin' Ron Woodroof in 30 days.

    • Connections
      Featured in WatchMojo: Top 10 Actor Body Transformations (2013)
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      Purple
      Written by Johnny Otis

      Performed by Shuggie Otis

      Published by BMG Rights Management Canada

      o/b/o Shuggie Music (BMI)

      Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

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    • Release date
      • November 22, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Languages
      • English
      • Japanese
    • Also known as
      • El club de los desahuciados
    • Filming locations
      • New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
    • Production companies
      • Truth Entertainment (II)
      • Voltage Pictures
      • r2 films
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    • Budget
      • $5,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $27,298,285
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $260,865
      • Nov 3, 2013
    • Gross worldwide
      • $55,198,285
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 57 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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