Oscars 2014: Ranking Best Pictures From Worst To Best
6. Dallas Buyers Club
Its no surprise that the performance steamrolling Matthew McConaughey to a plethora of Best Acting awards is also a fantastic film overall, with a Best Picture nomination to its name. McConaughey plays the Aids stricken homophobic Ron Woodroof spectacularly, showcasing a range of layers and emotions as the film progresses. His unlikely partnership and friendship with a transvestite portrayed by Jared Leto only heighten the characterization into something truly special. And while Jared Leto completely transforms himself into a role that will assuredly win him the Best Supporting Actor Oscar, ultimately this is McConaugheys film. Dallas Buyers Club is a window into the life of a man determined to live and make a difference in the battle against Aids. Similar to American Hustle though, Dallas Buyers Club mitigates good storytelling with exceptional acting. Various aspects of the ending feel rushed, as if the filmmakers knew of a point in Rons life they wanted to reach, but became apparently unsure of where to go from there. Also, while the film does explore some relevant subject matter and an important true story, the remaining films are simply more memorable or tell more emotional stories.
