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Based on the true story of Texas electrician Ron Woodroof (Matthew McConaughey), a man’s man diagnosed with HIV in the mid 1980’s. Battling with the FDA, the IRS, and more bureaucracy than anyone should have to encounter, the details of Ron’s fight to find treatment and help others in the process are on display. Initially given 30 days to live Ron surpassed this in years, but hard fought victories often come with a price, in this case, friendships with the good ol’ boys of Texas. Yet as one door closes another opens and new friendships are forged, this time with the unlikeliest of individuals, a trans-genered woman, Rayon (Jared Leto), and the gentle Dr. Saks (Jennifer Garner). Love, sex, bull riding, and doing what’s right, it’s a potent mix. Unstoppable powerhouse acting and commitment from McConaughey and Leto easily cast these two as some of the best performances of the year, meanwhile Garner brings even more humanity to the table. Director Jean-Marc Vallée has struck gold with this one from start to finish. If anything, a little trimming might have made this a bit easier to swallow, but it’s just fine as it is. This is a must see for cinephiles. Dallas Buyers Club is rated R.