: The film was shot almost entirely without artificial movie lights, relying on existing location lighting and the sun to maintain a realistic look.
: A high-pitched, dull ringing sound accompanies the scene, growing louder as the rider is thrown and stomped by the bull. This ringing is a recurring motif representing Ron’s deteriorating health and the onset of his illness. dallas buyers club opening clip
: The scene intercuts between a bull rider struggling to stay mounted in the arena and Ron Woodroof (Matthew McConaughey) having unprotected sex with two women in a dark rodeo stall. : The film was shot almost entirely without
: Ron is often viewed through the bars or slats of the stall, visually suggesting he is already "trapped" by his lifestyle or impending fate. Thematic Significance dull ringing sound accompanies the scene