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Birdman (2014)

Oct 16, 2014
2 min read

Updated: Aug 28

R | 1 hr 59 min | 8/10 |

Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)

Storyline

Birdman (2014), also known as Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance), follows the story of Riggan Thomson, a faded Hollywood actor best known for his role as a superhero, as he attempts to revitalize his career by writing, directing, and starring in a Broadway play. As opening night approaches, Riggan grapples with his ego, family, and career while dealing with his inner voice, which manifests as Birdman, his former alter ego. The film explores themes of relevance, legacy, and the pursuit of artistic integrity in a world obsessed with fame and spectacle.

Director

  • Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Writers

  • Alejandro G. Iñárritu

  • Nicolás Giacobone

  • Alexander Dinelaris Jr.

  • Armando Bo

Starring

  • Michael Keaton as Riggan Thomson

  • Edward Norton as Mike Shiner

  • Emma Stone as Sam Thomson

  • Naomi Watts as Lesley

  • Zach Galifianakis as Jake

Produced by

  • Alejandro G. Iñárritu

  • John Lesher

  • Arnon Milchan

  • James W. Skotchdopole

Production Companies

  • New Regency Productions

  • M Productions

  • Le Grisbi Productions

  • Douglas Crise

  • Stephen Mirrione

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Release date

  • October 17, 2014

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Country

  • United States

Languages

  • English

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