A very good drama

Rating: Null/10 (9 January 2014)

This film tells the story of a HIV infected man selling an unapproved cocktail of drugs to help the HIV infected people in Dallas.
Matthew McConaughey was a heart throb who appears topless in romantic comedies. He was known for his looks and his muscles. In the recent few years, he matured in both his looks and his acting skills. From a psychopathic character in "Killer Joe", a sadomasochistic homosexual character in "The Paperboy" or a lonesome fugitive in "Mud", he shows much skill and versatility in his roles. "Dallas Buyers Club" pushes his impressive portfolio even further, as he loses much weight and transform himself into an emaciated person for the role as an HIV infected man. His transformation is quite alarming, and reminds me of the classic transformation by Christian Bale for "The Machinist".
Jared Leto is also amazing as a man who identifies as a woman. His / her mannerisms and even the voice is so convincing. The time when he walks into his father's office, retorting his father's remark about God is truly heartbreaking.
The plot raises questions as to where we should draw the line of what is right and what is wrong. Is smuggling life saving medicine wrong? What drug should be approved and why? There are so many questions left for the viewers to ponder on.
"Dallas Buyers Club" is a very good drama, with excellent acting and a very touching plot. I hope it wins a few Oscars.