McConaughey went on to work on acclaimed films including The Lincoln Lawyer, Bernie, Mud, Interstellar, Magic Mike and Dallas Buyers Club for which he won a Best Actor Oscar.
The actor is due a hit with recent releases including Gold and Stephen King adaptation The Dark Tower bombing at the box office.
Matthew McConaughey has explained his supposed career turnaround – branded the McConaissance – which saw him ditch the romantic comedies for more serious drama directed by esteemed filmmakers.
I love being an actor and going as deep as you can in a role, to really commit to the craft.