Leonardo Dicaprio fans were shocked as the announcement for Best Actor was made at the Oscars and the real life Ron Woodroof stepped up to claim his prize. Matthew McConaughey’s performance for "Dallas Buyers Club’ has not only left a mark on the Film Industry, yet has also imprinted his characters initials in the hearts of millions of viewers.
Viewers of "Dallas Buyers Club’ have stated that the actor’s performance was not the only thing which impressed them yet also the intense process which he went through in order to portray the real life AIDS victim. The demanding role brought about serious changes in the actor. What is admirable about McConaughey is that he was not afraid to cast aside the pretty boy image we usually see him in for the character of Woodroof (remember him in "Fool’s Gold’, "Ghosts of Girlfriends Past’ and "Surfer, Dude’? Yes, Enough said). However his drastic weight loss is what made headlines during and post production.
The oscar winner admitted to have crash dieted on diet coke, egg whites and a slice of chicken breast daily in order to reach the character’s weight of just 9.5 stone. However, he admitted to the Radio Times that he found other ways and means to entertain and keep himself occupied during his diet so as to keep his mind of nourishment.
The actor claimed this period made him "smarter’, seeing as he was confined in his home to avoid cheating on his diet. "I was writing and reading so much more, it actually turned out to be a fun internal adventure’. Despite beginning to lose his eyesight amidst his diet, McConaughey maintained focus which has clearly been worth it, despite having to lock himself in his Texas home to get into character. He stated that since Ron Woodroof was such a pale man, he remained cooped up for six whole months to avoid excessive sunlight.
Source: www.thehollywoodnews.com
