Matthew McConaughey's return to acting was a bit bumpy. He showed up on the set of "The Rivals of Amziah King" with a swollen eye from a bee sting. He even joked about it.  He was nervous, but he wasn't the only one. The whole crew was feeling it too. McConaughey had taken a break from acting for six years. He spent his time writing a memoir called "Greenlights, " doing some voice work, and hanging out with his family. He needed to tell his own story and direct his own life for a while.

        McConaughey found a script that really spoke to him. It was about a charismatic honey business owner in Oklahoma and his bond with his foster child. The story felt real and familiar to him. He understood the people and the places in the story. He knew what it was like to live in the middle of the country, where people know the rules and don't need approval from the rest of the world.

        The script was written by Andrew Patterson. He had been working on it for years. He wanted someone with a certain charm for the lead role. Someone who could just hang out with the characters and be funny in a dramatic movie. McConaughey fit the bill perfectly.

        McConaughey has a unique way of talking. He likes to digress and loop around to his point. He's magnetic and engaging, even over the phone. He doesn't want a one-sided conversation. He wants to know what you think. He's interested in the journey, not just the destination.

        Making "The Rivals of Amziah King" reminded McConaughey why he loves acting. He remembered how much he enjoys performing and how good he is at it. Acting is like a vacation for him. It's his singular focus. He's not multitasking or compartmentalizing. He's fully focused on finding the truth of his character.

        Writing his memoir also helped his acting. It forced him to be honest with himself. He had to admit who he was and shake hands with it. That gave him more trust in himself as an actor.

        McConaughey also talked about "True Detective. " He loved the first season. He thought it was incredible television. He even forgot what was going to happen next. He loved the water cooler talk on Monday morning. He thought the show was a great event in TV.

        "The Rivals of Amziah King" also stars Angelina LookingGlass. She plays Kateri, Amziah's long-lost foster daughter. LookingGlass was chosen after an extensive nationwide search. She had the most infectious smile and could turn it on a dime. She was the perfect fit for the role.

        McConaughey praised LookingGlass's abilities. He said she knows how to listen and respond honestly to the truth of a situation. That's the secret to good acting. An actor doesn't want to get caught acting.

        The movie opens at SXSW on March 10. It's a story about family, honey, and the people who live in the middle of the country. It's a story about the truth of a situation and the people who live it.

Matthew McConaughey's Buzzing Comeback

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