Phenomenal!

Rating: 9/10 (18 June 2015)

In 1985, Dallas Electrician is diagnosed with HIV+. He is told he has 30 days to live. He doesn't believe them and continues his partying lifestyle (Heavy smoking, heavy drinking and drug use) . He insists that is a disease that only gay people would get. Ron Woodroof tirelessly researches to prolong his life. Thanks to a Doctor in Mexico, Ron may have found a temporary cure for it. Ron tries to beat the system to help other people with AIDS. A lot of the time, films with Oscar buzz tend to be highly overrated. I end up being disappointed more often than not. I was honestly expecting more of the same with Dallas Buyers Club. I couldn't have been more wrong if I tried. Not only does it live up to the hype, but it surpasses it. This is filmmaking at its finest. It had been a while where I felt so much emotion from a movie. Ron Woodroof won't be for everybody. He is abrasive and doesn't change who he is for anyone. He will test your patience and many people will be mixed on him. As much as I didn't like him at times, I couldn't help but respect his fighting spirit and his perseverance. His will to live was inspiring. He did a lot of bad things, but he also did a lot of good things as well. He even managed to evoke sympathy from me at times. He was polarizing and a fascinating character. Matthew McConaughey is truly impressive as Ron. He deserved his Oscar. I'm not all that familiar with Ron, but Matthew was phenomenal in the role. He hit all the right notes. Jennifer Garner is solid in her role. She's really improved over the years. Jared Leto steals the show at times. His incredible performance is right up there with McConaughey's.
This movie was extremely inspiring, moving, frustrating, heartfelt, among other things. It packs a wallop. For once, I agree with all the praise. This movie stuck with me after it was over. If you put it off like I did, don't. It really is an outstanding film.
9.5/10