2 Amazing performances

Rating: 9/10 (17 January 2014)

I remember when the AIDS disease became the epidemic in the 80's - I worked in a hospital and the education we received was very involved. To watch the reactions by Ron Woodruff's friends with the news of his diagnosis is accurately portrayed. The film does a good job of the things that those with AIDS went through. The frustration of the victims in getting treatment, of having the respect they deserve as a human being. Matthew McConaughey is not my favorite actor - but this performance is incredible. He shows his anger, frustration, his weaknesses and his smarts - and it is all so believable. Jared Leto gives an award winning performance - he does an incredible performance of another troubled man in this imperfect world. He deserves many more acting roles - such a good talent. An incredible movie about an imperfect person who made a difference and so well presented.