Added to Cineplex on Thursday, Mar 14, 2024 In mid-1980s Texas, electrician and rodeo enthusiast Ron Woodroof is stunned to learn he has AIDS. Given only 30 days to live, Woodroof refuses to accept his diagnosis as a death sentence and seeks out alternative treatments. Ostracized by his friends and let down by conventional medicine, he embarks on a journey to obtain effective drugs not yet approved in the U.S. Teaming up with Rayon, a transgender woman also battling AIDS, they establish the “Dallas Buyers Club,” providing much-needed medication to the HIV/AIDS community. This true story explores themes of resilience, the fight for life against all odds, and the impact of an unlikely alliance in the face of adversity.
Length: 1h 57m
Genre: Drama, History
This Title is: Inspiring and Thought-Provoking
Dallas Buyers Club is New on Cineplex in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Matthew McConaughey as Ron Woodroof
- Jennifer Garner as Eve
- Jared Leto as Rayon
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Contains themes of drug use, sexual content, and strong language.
Trivia
- The movie was shot in just 25 days in New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
- Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto both won Academy Awards for their performances.
- The film grossed over $52 million worldwide on a budget of just $5 million.
Our Review
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Dallas Buyers Club is a powerful film that resonates with its audience through compelling performances and a gripping story. McConaughey’s transformation and Leto’s portrayal are particularly standout, driving home the narrative’s emotional weight. While the movie doesn’t shy away from the harsh realities of its subject matter, it manages to weave hope and determination into its fabric. Critics and audiences alike have praised the movie for its direction, performances, and thoughtful handling of a sensitive topic, making it a memorable and impactful viewing experience.
Critic Scores
Dallas Buyers Club has received a great review by the critics
