8.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
Overview
Loosely based on the true-life tale of Ron Woodroof, a drug-taking, women-loving, homophobic man who in 1986 was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and given thirty days to live.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Trans: Positive
Viewer Rating
8.2
Overview
Loosely based on the true-life tale of Ron Woodroof, a drug-taking, women-loving, homophobic man who in 1986 was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and given thirty days to live.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central conflict critiques government bureaucracy and corporate interests for impeding access to life-saving treatments, championing individual initiative and self-organized solutions over systemic reform. This emphasis on individual liberty and skepticism of regulation aligns with right-leaning themes.
The movie features traditional casting that aligns with its historical setting and real-life inspirations, without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative focuses on a white, heterosexual male protagonist's journey through the AIDS crisis, critiquing systemic failures and societal prejudice while prominently featuring a transgender character and the struggles of marginalized communities.
Secondary
The film offers an ultimately affirming portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and themes, particularly through the evolving relationship between Ron and Rayon. It critiques societal prejudice and highlights the dignity and resilience of individuals facing the AIDS crisis, despite the tragic outcomes for many.
Dallas Buyers Club features Rayon, a transsexual woman, as a central and complex character. The film portrays her with dignity and agency, showing her vital role in the protagonist's life and the club's success. The narrative fosters empathy and acceptance, despite the tragic context of her illness.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biopic based on real historical figures and includes original characters. No established historical or canonical character is portrayed on screen as a different gender.
The film is a biopic based on the real-life story of Ron Woodroof, a white American man, who is portrayed by a white actor. Other significant characters are original creations for the film, thus lacking a pre-established race for comparison.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.9
7.9
Critic Ratings
9.2
7.7
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