Dallas Buyers Club (2013)

This powerful and moving film is set in the 1980s during the early days of the AIDS epidemic. Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée, it follows Ron Woodroof, a Texan diagnosed with HIV. Faced with limited treatment options, Ron takes matters into his own hands and establishes a buyers club to distribute unapproved but effective medications. With stellar performances by Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto, the story captures the struggles and triumphs of individuals battling prejudice and mortality, in a must-watch film acclaimed for its compelling story and powerful performances.