Drama,Comedy
United States of America
Birdman, directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, follows Riggan Thomson (Michael Keaton), a former Hollywood star who rose to fame for playing the superhero Birdman. After becoming disillusioned with the industry, Riggan retreats from the public eye and decides to stage a comeback by directing and starring in a play based on a Raymond Carver short story.
As Riggan struggles to adapt to his new role as a Broadway producer and actor, he must also deal with the challenges of his personal life. His relationship with his daughter Sam (Emma Stone) is strained, and his ex-wife Sylvia (Amy Ryan) is growing increasingly frustrated with his behavior.
Meanwhile, Riggan's co-star, the egotistical method actor Mike Shiner (Edward Norton), threatens to derail the production with his unpredictable behavior. Riggan's sanity is also called into question as he begins to hear the voice of Birdman, who urges him to reclaim his former glory by donning the costume once again.
As opening night approaches, tensions run high as Riggan struggles to keep the production together and prove that he still has what it takes to succeed. The film explores themes of ego, identity, and the pursuit of artistic integrity in an industry dominated by commercial interests. It received critical acclaim for its innovative cinematography, which creates the illusion of a single unbroken shot, and its powerhouse performances from Keaton and Norton.
