Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

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Chris S @Janomi Jun 27 Birdman is one of the most original films I've seen. Alejandro G. Iñárritu and his collaborators craft a screenplay that effortlessly blends satire, psychological drama, comedy, and fantasy while exploring fame, ego, artistic ambition, and the search for relevance. It's surprisingly funny, but there's also real emotional weight beneath the humor. Michael Keaton delivers one of the best performances of his career, and his history as a former superhero actor gives Riggan Thomson's struggles an authenticity that's impossible to ignore. Emmanuel Lubezki's stunning cinematography, designed to appear as one continuous shot, pulls you directly into Riggan's increasingly chaotic world. Edward Norton is also outstanding, stealing several scenes as the brilliant but unpredictable Mike Shiner. The unconventional storytelling won't connect with everyone, but its ambition and execution make Birdman an unforgettable experience. See more Tristan B @tristan3 Jun 17 [BOT] An absolute classic. See more Erwin G @Icer74win Jun 14 This is something else man See more John F @RT84127024 Jun 2 An ode to the theater. A bit much to take in and probably deserves a second viewing. See more av 8 @anagha.vinay May 18 I have not watched another movie of this kind—it is different and stunning. Despite its repetitive shots, especially of the play, everything felt so distinct with a life of its own. This movie tells absolutely no story, but it does far more for the crowd. The cinematography was unfolding on its own with a unique magic, from the lights to the angles to the colours. Michael Keaton, Emma Stone and Edward Norton were impeccable, though their characters—incredibly complex and not exactly amiable. I was shook by the taxi scene, because taxis run on the ground and stay grounded. It was not an easy watch, but once I did ease into it, it was a brilliant one. This is one of the most thought-provoking endings I have witnessed in a while. The Birdman keeps calling, the question is, whether he will defy or obey gravity. See more Levi J @Lev77 Apr 12 A one-of-a-kind, interesting, creative, provocative masterpiece from Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu!!! A fabulous cast, ingenious screenplay, and masterful cinematography See more Read all reviews

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