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MerwLoveMoviesJul 22, 2023

I Love it. Is one of the Best masterpieces from Iñaritu and Its one of the Best Black comedy for me. 10/10

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15KRandomMovieJun 21, 2023

A film that transcends many different themes and does it in an innovative and entertaining way. Keaton as Riggan Thomson uses every wrinkle and muscle on his face to display his downward spiral of doubt, fear, confusion, regret, and anger.A film that transcends many different themes and does it in an innovative and entertaining way. Keaton as Riggan Thomson uses every wrinkle and muscle on his face to display his downward spiral of doubt, fear, confusion, regret, and anger. Please find our full thoughts on our podcast 15K+ Random Movie Reviews wherever you listen to podcasts.… Expand

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liamexeAug 25, 2022

I must say that I adored the cast. They, in my opinion, worked well together. Keaton deservedly received the Oscar for this performance. It was quite astonishing how many parts he can portray.

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Gts08Jun 22, 2022

Wow, I really didn't expect this one to be a good movie. But it was! And yes, I love psycho-thrillers, and yes, I love satires. So this film, as a blend of those two genres, and being a "Hollywood-critic" was a blast for me. Especially thatWow, I really didn't expect this one to be a good movie. But it was! And yes, I love psycho-thrillers, and yes, I love satires. So this film, as a blend of those two genres, and being a "Hollywood-critic" was a blast for me. Especially that it is a cinematography-miracle, Inaritu really outdid himself, just like as Keaton, Stone or Norton (Gosh..). I am going to give it a stable 8; not less or more, but it is definitely one of the best in 2014, that I had to watch in only 2022. But now I know, why it beat Whiplash 8 years ago. RATE : 8.5… Expand

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DHarlandJun 13, 2022

One of the best movies of the last 10 years. Keaton's performance is incredible.

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kyle20ellisMar 21, 2022

Despite the near-universal acclaim from critics, 'Birdman' very much divided audiences to a quite extreme degree. This division is very much understandable, 'Birdman' has a great many merits but not everything will work for everybody.

To meDespite the near-universal acclaim from critics, 'Birdman' very much divided audiences to a quite extreme degree. This division is very much understandable, 'Birdman' has a great many merits but not everything will work for everybody.

To me 'Birdman' was an excellent film. Maybe not quite as good as the hype suggests, but nowhere near deserving of the many 1/10 votes when its merits are a great many that some people seem to have not acknowledged. Although, from personal opinion, a little over-hyped, 'Birdman' ('Gone Girl', 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and 'Whiplash' were also personal favourites, and 'Boyhood' was also better than given credit for considering the amount of hate it's garnered) was a 2014 highlight and a worthy Best Picture winner.

Not everything in 'Birdman' works. Some of the pace is a touch frenetic in parts of the second half and not everything feels quite as tied up as ought with things left a little loose.

However, 'Birdman' is an exceptionally well made film, with some of the best and cleverest cinematography of the year, some of the cinematography and editing is so dazzling it's enough to take the breath away. The special effects are also tremendous. Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu (in the first of his deserved director wins, the best being 2015's 'The Revenant), 'Birdman' is one of the best directed films of 2014 too and shows Iñárritu's immense talent as a director, with breath-taking vision, sense of mood and the ability to make the story as gripping as possible.

The script is fun, thought-provoking and at times touchingly profound. The story mostly, while sometimes thin, is gripping and the characters engage.

Michael Keaton gives his best performance in years, an outstanding performance and perhaps a career-best. Edward Norton is similarly superb, his performance also ranking among his best. Emma Stones charms and delights too.

Overall, very much divisive, with some people adoring or admiring it and others hating it, personally was one of the people who loved it while acknowledging its imperfections. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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Abso_lute1Jul 17, 2021

A profoundly powerful film with memorable characters and a beautifully crafted story.

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

Such a great film. Iñarritu's direction can't be any better, and the performances from the whole cast are really good (especially Norton and Keaton). Music and the ending also are memorable.

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GralhaDec 15, 2020

O melhor filme que já vi na vida. Muita técnica, roteiro e seleção de atores excelente! A fotografia é fantástica e o plano-sequência utilizado é perfeito.

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Movie_FreakSep 21, 2020

Birdman is an excellently-made comedy-drama with really sound technical aspects like that unique and interesting continuous cinematography, and sleek and quick editing. It's also a great film in terms of quality performances and quick andBirdman is an excellently-made comedy-drama with really sound technical aspects like that unique and interesting continuous cinematography, and sleek and quick editing. It's also a great film in terms of quality performances and quick and sharp writing. Michael Keaton and Edward Norton boss every scene they're in and deservedly got a lot of hype for the oscars. Emma Stone also portrays her character brilliantly but I actually think Naomi Watts is the total scene-stealer in this movie and should have also got praise. The camerawork in this film is immersive and the story hooks you from the first minute. The writing really balances out the dark comedic aspects of the film well and make the viewers develop strong feeling for the characters. While a few moments in the film felt unnecessary and made me bored and I have to say I don't know what the hell the ending was about, Birdman is a very solid film and a superb best picture winner.… Expand

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G0rdonfr33m4nJun 18, 2020

This movie is a masterpiece. It is my favorite movie since it came out. I love the meta-narration and the hidden motifs. The staging and image design is unique and Michael Keaton is in the role of his life.

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MattKingsburyJun 8, 2020

A film that truly surprised me in almost every way, Birdman is a fantastic movie that I would recommend everyone to watch at least once. While the 1-take style to some may feel gimmicky, I genuinely believe it adds to, rather than detractsA film that truly surprised me in almost every way, Birdman is a fantastic movie that I would recommend everyone to watch at least once. While the 1-take style to some may feel gimmicky, I genuinely believe it adds to, rather than detracts from, the film. With incredible performances from Michael Keaton, Emma Stone and Edward Norton, the film feels like a true breath of fresh air during a time filmed with renowned IPs and sequels. A testament to films that portray beautiful plots over beautiful CGI.… Expand

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DanielNS87Apr 29, 2020

Birdman is a different film, the mexican director Iñarritu, make a perfect mixed with the drama of the main characters and excellent film editing, the sequence shot in the closed space in the theatre its creates the feeling of confinament,Birdman is a different film, the mexican director Iñarritu, make a perfect mixed with the drama of the main characters and excellent film editing, the sequence shot in the closed space in the theatre its creates the feeling of confinament, but also the freedom when go to the outside, the script is consistent and good directed
without exagggerating, and it makes us feel the feellings of the main carácter inside the history, I highlight the performance of Zach Galifianakis and Edward Nortorn acting from himself, the Critic to the Blockbusters without scoff on this movie genre, make this movie one the best of the decade… Expand

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DiptanshuApr 17, 2020

Insanely driven movie ever!literally from start scene to end engaging amazing acting.screenplay and music the one shot camera was literally legendary felt whole movie like rollercoaster ride!great scenes portrayed message beautifully likeInsanely driven movie ever!literally from start scene to end engaging amazing acting.screenplay and music the one shot camera was literally legendary felt whole movie like rollercoaster ride!great scenes portrayed message beautifully like critisizing the film by critics who are those who can't make career and didn't know the effort putting in play amazing to see starting references to ironman or tinman and x-men!great ending with don't know what happened just like the obsession of the movie u are what u think great drama!love the scene where he realize he's not a good actor but celebrity!A engaging ride with great camera work which literally felt one shot without any cut although didn't some scenes felt over the top like flying didn't know what happend but overall A masterpiece.… Expand

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loremMar 30, 2020

A strange movie based on a personification of a degrading past, which haunts the main character and tries to take control over him.

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MglovesfunFeb 10, 2020

It deserved praise for its originality and its acting. Even-paced and entertaining.

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BukyxJan 13, 2020

Buena pero muy simple la trama, aunque muy entretenida y aqui el verdadero genio es emmanuel Lubezki, el camarografo

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eva3si0nJan 10, 2020

Great and lively film. Acting does look lively, yes the cast is very strong, but it 's one of Edward Norton 's best roles. He played himself here in fact) In this film there are no weaknesses, separately it is worth highlighting the operatorGreat and lively film. Acting does look lively, yes the cast is very strong, but it 's one of Edward Norton 's best roles. He played himself here in fact) In this film there are no weaknesses, separately it is worth highlighting the operator 's work and soundtrack. A good movie that shows the reverse side of Broadway, so distant not to Americans.… Expand

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ViewJarDec 19, 2019

I admit, I was pretty skeptic at first, due to the fact, that the movie starts pretty hectic and the constant drum-music doesn't seem to fit that well. This changes with the movie progressing. I also thought, that the story, which endedI admit, I was pretty skeptic at first, due to the fact, that the movie starts pretty hectic and the constant drum-music doesn't seem to fit that well. This changes with the movie progressing. I also thought, that the story, which ended pretty interesting, would be boring.
Michael Keaton and Edward Norton are both doing a very good job. The movie manages to make me smile or laugh at some and shake my head at other points.
All together i did like the movie despite or maybe especially because of the fact, that a lot of questions remain unanswered.… Expand

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ahmedaiman1999Jun 25, 2019

The moral of the story is annoyingly unabashedly on-the-nose. I'm glad the protagonist has figured out a way to deal with the nose at the end. Adding insult to injury, It's safe to say that Iñárritu went too far with this surrealistThe moral of the story is annoyingly unabashedly on-the-nose. I'm glad the protagonist has figured out a way to deal with the nose at the end. Adding insult to injury, It's safe to say that Iñárritu went too far with this surrealist denouement. Plus, the film is really overlong. Actually, I think the entire last thirty minutes should have been dealt with the same way Riggan has dealt with his nose. Besides, there must be a boring scene every now and then that is also somewhat pointless. I believe this is a result of the overstuffed nature of the plot. I don't reckon there's anything worse than a pretentious plot with a lackluster execution. I'm really sad that such a callow filmmaker has won the Oscar for making such a lackluster drama!

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o_retyJun 17, 2019

It's an acting tour de force, for sure, and I liked the overall crazed out quirkiness, but was left with a feeling it didn't really wanted the deep, meaningful undertones to rise up to the surface. At the end you find yourself dumbfoundedIt's an acting tour de force, for sure, and I liked the overall crazed out quirkiness, but was left with a feeling it didn't really wanted the deep, meaningful undertones to rise up to the surface. At the end you find yourself dumbfounded with the constant barrage of high quality style and rather robbed of never to be found substance… Expand

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Wavy_YeezyMay 27, 2019

Good movie, but not as good as people say. It's confusing, weird, but it seems to work.

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mainstreamkidMay 23, 2019

This is probably one of the most creative and technically astonishing drama-comedies ever made.

I can't write a proper review because, honestly, I'm too lazy and I can't seem to label this film.

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Jaredc324May 17, 2019

A movielover's favourite dream and filmmaker's worst nightmare, Birdman echoes the truth and satire of production theatre in the most stylistic and enthralling manner imaginable with a one-shot vision to explore this seemingly sleeplessA movielover's favourite dream and filmmaker's worst nightmare, Birdman echoes the truth and satire of production theatre in the most stylistic and enthralling manner imaginable with a one-shot vision to explore this seemingly sleepless world. It might overwhelm and it may cause one to feel nautious, but any film goer and lover knows that this is a triumph of cinematic artistry and achievement. Innarittu makes his mark on the big screen and leaves no prisoners in sight.… Expand

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alejandro970Dec 25, 2018

Nada que ver con la serie animada pop de los 60s. Es un tour-de-force con cámara en mano siguiendo los intentos de un actor menoscabado que espera regresar de las cenizas al tiempo que lidia con su alter ego. A notar el humor sardónico haciaNada que ver con la serie animada pop de los 60s. Es un tour-de-force con cámara en mano siguiendo los intentos de un actor menoscabado que espera regresar de las cenizas al tiempo que lidia con su alter ego. A notar el humor sardónico hacia el cine de superhéroes. A destacar la actuación de Michael Keaton que regresa con creces a las grandes ligas, la fotografía de Emmanuel Lubeski y la música en batería de Antonio Sánchez.… Expand

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CTHReviewsJul 28, 2018

While there are a couple of parts where characters explain their feelings, Birdman is mostly a very good exploration of fame and the loss of it in the most bizarre way possible.

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AndrewBurgeAug 16, 2018

Alejandro G. Iñárritu's 'Birdman' opens up with a meteor torpedoing over a cloudy sky. The music is a cluttering drum crescendo accompanied by an even more cluttering organ sound wave. It is a monolithic, epic scene. And suddenly... nothing.Alejandro G. Iñárritu's 'Birdman' opens up with a meteor torpedoing over a cloudy sky. The music is a cluttering drum crescendo accompanied by an even more cluttering organ sound wave. It is a monolithic, epic scene. And suddenly... nothing. It shuts down in an instant. Then we are greeted with a Michael Keaton standing in the lotus position, hovering over the ground in the room. He is filmed from the back. There is no sound except a guttural voice reflecting on his bad choices. We learn that this man is Riggan Thomson. A now retired superhero blockbusters film star attempting to recapture himself by adapting Raymond Carver's short story "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love" on Broadway.

There is a reason I described the first scene of the film. Great films create a rhythm from the start. They never break, not even a little bit. In that aspect, from the very first scene, 'Birdman' keeps the momentum all the way to the end. No other film has such an endearing pace, a slippery flow and an absolute visual and technical control over time. There are barely any cuts in 'Birdman'. The film is saturated with art through its technical achievements. The end of a scene is marked with the camera slowly panning away to a corner and moving to another room. But it not only changes the location. It also changes the time. Iñárritu is an undoubted king of polish. He easily stretches time, magically fading between realism and surrealism.

Speaking of which, 'Birdman' offers many moments of subtle visual cues. Whenever Thomson is filmed alone, his demented mind is visually released into reality. He moves objects from a distance and the voice always speaks to him. But this is not only epic and dramatic; somehow its also funny. His superhero persona, Birdman, is an artless construct. He screams at Thomson to get back in his costume. "This is what people want, not this talkative depressive bullsh*t". The everlasting conflict between art and superficial commercialism is ever-present in this film. Criticism is finally given a voice and a visual confrontation with art. She is Tabitha Dickinson (Lindsay Duncan), a theater critic. She is unforgiving, conservative and merciless at Thomson's efforts to "attempt real art".

This theme of relevance for Thomson and the meaning and value of art continues as Iñárritu rolller-coasts us through the deformed minds of Thomson and his acting peers. The one which really stands out the most is Mike Shiner (Edward Norton) who gives a stunning performance as the antagonistic compulsive obsessed actor. He breaks down during a scene because Thomson refused to allow him to drink real gin. He is angry at the fake set. He does not care about anything, always sacrificing everything for the sake of art: "Come on people, don't be so pathetic!" he screams at the revolted audience. "Stop looking at the world through your cellphones [...] have a real experience!" The only touch of normality seems to be Thomson's ex-wife, Sylvia (Amy Ryan) and his producer Jake (Zach Galifianakis).

In the end, 'Birdman' is a unique film. One ambitious and funny but also focused on the nature and purpose of professional criticism, relevance, regret, family, friendship, mental illness even. But what elevates this to masterpiece status is the absolute weaving and artful editing, the encapsulating pace, the insanely genius crafted surrealism and the spot-on comic relief moments of ridiculousness. But then again, who cares what any of us say? "A thing is a thing not what is said of that thing."… Expand

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wevertonaguiiarMay 22, 2018

Alejandro Inárritu faz algo incrível aqui: pega os principais e mais notórios elementos do teatro e os coloca em um filme reflexivo, bem dirigido, e principal, excelente. Não a toa ganhou diversos Oscars. Uma linda alegoria sobre a nossaAlejandro Inárritu faz algo incrível aqui: pega os principais e mais notórios elementos do teatro e os coloca em um filme reflexivo, bem dirigido, e principal, excelente. Não a toa ganhou diversos Oscars. Uma linda alegoria sobre a nossa incansável busca pela ignorância.… Expand

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vinicius96Mar 9, 2018

Great movie with a powerful cast! Emma Stone should have won the Oscar by the way...

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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018

how did we end up here?

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) From the goose-fleshing background drummer to the amusing characters wandering on and off the stage flipping like a switch, Birdman is unbeatable on the level ofhow did we end up here?

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From the goose-fleshing background drummer to the amusing characters wandering on and off the stage flipping like a switch, Birdman is unbeatable on the level of standard of its script.… Expand

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Roger1718Nov 16, 2017

Once again, Alejandro González Iñárritu has proven himself as one of the best film directors working today. Lubezki just as well has done an excellent job. Best movie of the year without a doubt, and one of the best films ever crafted inOnce again, Alejandro González Iñárritu has proven himself as one of the best film directors working today. Lubezki just as well has done an excellent job. Best movie of the year without a doubt, and one of the best films ever crafted in cinema history.… Expand

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TrailesqueNov 2, 2017

Now this is a friggan masterpiece imho, and well-deserving of all the accolades it received. Not the least of its charms is the brilliant trickery that presents it as if it were all one continuous shot from beginning to end - that isNow this is a friggan masterpiece imho, and well-deserving of all the accolades it received. Not the least of its charms is the brilliant trickery that presents it as if it were all one continuous shot from beginning to end - that is outrageous! There is a feeling of constant motion and pressure, with some confusion about to break out. Or something else - almost anything else - gritty dialogue, weird actors' humor, moments of sadness and struggle, soaring special effects. It is loony, but it all works and flows together. The performances are excellent - I never much liked Keaton until I saw this, Norton is perfect as an egomaniac star, Zach G. effectively turns it down a notch in a different sort of role for him. Inarittu is a genius - bravo!… Expand

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The3AcademySinsOct 20, 2017

A spectacular film from beginning to end. A masterclass in directing, acting, cinematography, sound design, and writing. This is a film that I believe our society will keep coming back to for years to come. Birdman is a modern-day classic.

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SHEPARD2001Apr 10, 2017

This is a most original movie what i see in a long time . It's stranger and that is not bad, it's opposite it's good and something fresh .I really recomend this film .

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Iky009Mar 11, 2017

Alejandro González Iñárritu is an incredibly ambitious and technically brilliant film. Birdman is the proof that modern cinema still has creativity and good ideas to expose, and of course, without stopping to tell a great story

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ThreeboxIndoorsJan 6, 2017

Birdman is about an actor who used to be a big thing, but has been irrelevant for quite some time. Now, he is directing and starring in a new original play that he wrote himself, and we watch as it all crumbles around him in one longBirdman is about an actor who used to be a big thing, but has been irrelevant for quite some time. Now, he is directing and starring in a new original play that he wrote himself, and we watch as it all crumbles around him in one long seamless, continuous shot throughout the entire movie. This gives the movie a somewhat jazzy, unpredictable feel which is complimented by it's jazzy score that is mostly drum-only. It isn't actually just one shot, but it's made to look that way through clever editing tricks, such as cutting during whip-pans and dark, black areas. A lot of scenes however are actually one take, sometimes even one take during multiple scenes, and i REALLY have to praise the actors for managing these long takes. The film also touches so much on existence, purpose, the desire to be loved and praised, duality, as well as the virtue of the ignorance of our irrelevance. There is also a scene that talks about filmgoers who don't care about art and only care about action and explosions. Most people nowadays ignore the artistic aspects of movies or books or music, and instead only like mindless entertainment or whatever is popular and relevant. However instead of delivering it in an insulting way, it's shown in a way that really makes you think. Why should we care about what other people are entertained by? But at the same time, it's maddening when filmgoers are dissapointed and stomp on high-art films like this that are a lot more thought-provoking and more emotionally impactful than the sci-fi explosion-fest they were expecting. The film also touches on the problems that many film critics have. The protagonist, Riggan, explodes on a film critic after reading her review, addressing how all she does is put hurtful, meaningless labels on other peoples works, using big words as a substitute for being proffessional. It is great that we can express how we feel about things, but do we really have to be so hurtful and negative?

Birdman is a high art movie that has lots of thought-provoking messages that will leave you with lots to think about after you've watched it, and it is part of why this movie has such a greater impact on you than your average movie, as well as part of why it's so memorable. The biggest reasons to both these things is that there isn't really any other film out there that is similar to this one. There is also lots of metaphorical imagery that can really brings thoughts into you, without any expositional dialogue but just plain brilliant filmmaking and writing. Compelling, hilarious, emotional, complex, well acted, well written, well shot, well edited, not a single flaw that i have with Birdman. Of course, Birdman is a masterpiece and gets a 10/10.… Expand

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Jack97Dec 17, 2016

Utilizing a one continuous shot filming style, Birdman captures the backstage vibe of a theater production and gives us fantastic realistic performances, a great musical score and an interesting look at the state of Hollywood today.

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PetitBikiniOct 29, 2016

"Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" is a gift from the movie gods who haven't been very generous lately. I recommend watching it, who knows when someone makes something as good as this again...

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GMReviewsSep 18, 2016

Birdman is a film that on paper, sounds like a simple premise, but within that label of the film, there lies a complex and emotionally driven film that grabbed my interest throughout. The reason a film with such a simple story gripped me soBirdman is a film that on paper, sounds like a simple premise, but within that label of the film, there lies a complex and emotionally driven film that grabbed my interest throughout. The reason a film with such a simple story gripped me so much was so many numerous reasons, for example; the cinematography in this film is truly spectacular and the lack of camera cuts creates such powerful immersion, as well as the convincing performances, especially Michael Keaton and Edward Norton who seemed unrecognisable in their full-bodied characters. A reason why you can truly feel the desire in Riggan’s head to be noticed again, to rebuild his career as well as himself as a person. Some people call this film pretentious, but the message is clear, for example, he is so attached to his previous life as a movie star, as the birdman, that it has claimed him for real. The flying sequence is the idea in his head of what he desires for the future, to once again soar through the clouds above everyone else, to again experience the best part of his life. However, I believe he found more happiness in the play than whatever he had before, due to the rebuilt relationship with his daughter and finally finding himself as a person. This film was spectacular and gets from me a 9/10 – 90%… Expand

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MasterRileyAug 2, 2016

Birdman tells a story that feels so real, with characters and a world that are so relatable. It revolves around a man named Riggan who used to be the famous 'Birdman' and is now looking for success through broadway. The cinematography isBirdman tells a story that feels so real, with characters and a world that are so relatable. It revolves around a man named Riggan who used to be the famous 'Birdman' and is now looking for success through broadway. The cinematography is outstanding as long takes and clever editing are used to make the entire film look like one single shot. This allows the audience to feel completely immersed in the narrative as if they are apart of Birdman's world. The writing, casting, acting, direction, and music are also all beautifully done. This is truly a one of a kind film.… Expand

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aadityamudharApr 19, 2016

Birdman's inventive, original screenplay, sharp dialogue, excellent performances -- as well as a good dose of black humour -- make it one of the most fresh cinematic achievements since "The Pianist".

9/10.

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PachekoviskMar 16, 2016

EXCELLENT
One of the best films I've seen in recent years.
I think it really deserved the Oscar for best picture.
It's just a brilliant film with awesome dialogue, acting, score and ... everything.
One of my favorite movies.

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pezMar 13, 2016

Every moment of this movie is captivating. It's breathless, nonstop drama punctuated by eerie moments of quietude.

But the best parts of the movie come in monologues by the main characters. For these sequences the movie twists subtly intoEvery moment of this movie is captivating. It's breathless, nonstop drama punctuated by eerie moments of quietude.

But the best parts of the movie come in monologues by the main characters. For these sequences the movie twists subtly into a stage production, with characters casting their voice and showing exaggerated emotion. These sequences make the movie worth watching. Edward Norton has a few, and Emma Stone has the greatest one in the movie. So, so good.… Expand

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DanBurritoMar 11, 2016

This is a gripping and visually brilliant black comedy with an outstanding performance from Michael Keaton. The film gives a deep and painfully honest portrayal of the nature of stardom and fame, as well as the growing fear of irrelevancyThis is a gripping and visually brilliant black comedy with an outstanding performance from Michael Keaton. The film gives a deep and painfully honest portrayal of the nature of stardom and fame, as well as the growing fear of irrelevancy that we all face. Michael Keaton was magnetic. I can't work out why he didn't win an Oscar. He deserved it! The rest of the cast were also brilliant- Emma Stone, Edward Norton and Zach Galifinakis were just a few of the mesmerising performances in the film. The cinematography was excellent. The only real gripe is that some of it was a bit hard to understand- I became a little confused about which parts were real and which parts were the main character's hallucinations. Still, it was a brilliant and often funny film that truly deserved the Best Picture Oscar. Overall, a great movie.… Expand

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YellowKirbyMar 11, 2016

Alejandro González Iñárritu's brilliant direction, Emmanuel Lubezki's wonderful cinematography and, of course, Michael Keaton's superb acting make Birdman one of the best movies of 2014, certainly deserving of all the Oscars it won.

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whooosaahMar 2, 2016

A movie that brings common topic with an absurd storytelling and stylish execution. With Hitchcock's Rope style, this movie will get you high, really really high just like Riggan Thomson running around New York, naked. Outstanding performanceA movie that brings common topic with an absurd storytelling and stylish execution. With Hitchcock's Rope style, this movie will get you high, really really high just like Riggan Thomson running around New York, naked. Outstanding performance from Keaton will make you realize that a superhero always got depressed, all the time. This is just my opinion.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 15, 2016

Birdman is something no one has ever seen that could've been better if one watched it before. If you watch it again, you'll take deep note to notice how epic this movie is.

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NicoteenJan 12, 2016

Birdman
points based review:

Story: 9.8 (awesome)
Genre-Rating: 9.7 (awesome)
Effects, camera and performance: 10 (masterpiece)
Cast: 9.7 (awesome)

OVERALL RATING: 9.8 (awesome)

9.8 = 10

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TokyochuchuDec 26, 2015

Birdman is a very interestingly shot movie. It's camera tricks and shimmies are truly state-of-the-art and impress very much. Likewise, the performances are great too. What lets the side down a little is the inconclusive nature of theBirdman is a very interestingly shot movie. It's camera tricks and shimmies are truly state-of-the-art and impress very much. Likewise, the performances are great too. What lets the side down a little is the inconclusive nature of the narrative. Many threads (such as the lesbian aspect, Ed Norton's arc, Emma Stone's rebellious streak) are dangled but never resolved. It's an entertaining watch for sure, but not an entirely satisfying one on the story front, I think.… Expand

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luisferreiraDec 5, 2015

When I saw Birdman for the first time, I had no idea what type of film I was going to see. But now I know this was one of the most ambitious, magnificent, original and well-directed that I've ever seen.

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csw12Nov 26, 2015

Birdman is weird, different and also brilliant. The cinematography, by the guy who did Gravity, does an incredible job in helping to tell the story. The movie had a near perfect fluid pace with great acting and intriguing dialogue

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tigerskin84Oct 29, 2015

Superb movie, ironic , very good performances of michael keaton, edward norton .The illusion that has been shot without cuts makes it more intense, the drums soundtrack adds tension, everything is well rounded up.

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obijuankenbiOct 12, 2015

An Amazing Film! it almost feel like the whole film is one take, and the story has so much great depth! It's amazing! Downey Jr and The Avengers cast should definitely check this film out because they are heading for that Superhero retirement!

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RobertBroganSep 28, 2015

I find I have to give Birdman a grudging four stars. On the one hand, I am not a fan of the style of acting, reminiscent of American Hustle (though the actors themselves are fine). The plot was not that great either. On the other hand,I find I have to give Birdman a grudging four stars. On the one hand, I am not a fan of the style of acting, reminiscent of American Hustle (though the actors themselves are fine). The plot was not that great either. On the other hand, Birdman is an interesting and engaging film. I enjoyed the directing and I liked the single shot style, did not find it to be gimmicky. I thought it was definitely a cut above Gravity and a cut below Enter the Void; and that makes it a pretty good film.… Expand

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AijixeSep 27, 2015

Alejandro González Iñárritu is on his way to becoming one of cinema's next greats with BIrdman. Not only is his direction and his unconventional style truly mesmerizing, but every last performance is compelling, specifically Edward Norton.

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smartmartSep 18, 2015

The latest film from Mexican filmmaker Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu is a dark comedy which satirizes the film industry, while also being a very great dramatic achievement as well. It is definitely one of the absolute best films of all lastThe latest film from Mexican filmmaker Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu is a dark comedy which satirizes the film industry, while also being a very great dramatic achievement as well. It is definitely one of the absolute best films of all last year, with wonderful performances from each cast member, great cinematography, and a pretty good soundtrack, as well. If you haven't seen this one yet, you're missing out!… Expand

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BoogeeFilmGuyAug 24, 2015

This is one of the best films I have ever seen in my life. In all honesty. The acting was phenomenal. The director definitely put the right people in the right film. The way it was shot so it looked like it was all one take was a great andThis is one of the best films I have ever seen in my life. In all honesty. The acting was phenomenal. The director definitely put the right people in the right film. The way it was shot so it looked like it was all one take was a great and original idea. I recommend this film to anyone who loves movies. It was just so good, and I can't even describe it with words.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Aug 15, 2015

Director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu is no stranger when it comes to directing masterpieces, but this movie just might be his best one yet. With a dazzling 360-degree choreography that follows around the characters throughout all events thatDirector Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu is no stranger when it comes to directing masterpieces, but this movie just might be his best one yet. With a dazzling 360-degree choreography that follows around the characters throughout all events that happen, "Birdman" offers a compelling, witty story around a washed up superhero actor who invests everything into his self-produced broadway play as he fights his inner and outer demons that torment and mock him and strives to prove his true worth as a artist. Michael Keaton undoubtedly deserved his oscar; he was the excellent choice for the lead role Riggan Thomoson, as his honest down-to-earth performances truly was, in some sense, a mirror image of himself back when he struggled as an actor after his hit film "Batman". Overall, "Birdman" is a great film packed with excellent acting and writing, a must watch for the moviegoers.… Expand

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ConorIrwin001Aug 9, 2015

Truly a brilliant film. Described and almost tainted with being an 'a film for actors and filmmakers', such a label fails to do its justice in its thorough and imaginative exploration of the themes of hopes, dreams, success and integrity. AnTruly a brilliant film. Described and almost tainted with being an 'a film for actors and filmmakers', such a label fails to do its justice in its thorough and imaginative exploration of the themes of hopes, dreams, success and integrity. An inherently relatable film, presented through such an interesting medium with superb comic and dramatic acting. Keaton is genuinely superb.… Expand

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moonman1994Aug 4, 2015

Extremely well directed and acted. The most impressive part of this film is how it was filmed with such few cuts. That being said it is an odd film and relies heavily on metaphor. It's humor is more of a clever humor than the laugh out loudExtremely well directed and acted. The most impressive part of this film is how it was filmed with such few cuts. That being said it is an odd film and relies heavily on metaphor. It's humor is more of a clever humor than the laugh out loud type and that will be a turn off to some people that watch it. That being said the movie starts kind of slow and the constant drum beats in the background become grating by the end of the first hour.… Expand

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driejustAug 3, 2015

Pop it in, sit down and get ready for something you haven't quite experienced yet. Keaton is superb and it's thrilling and engaging until the very end.

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TrilobiteGJul 31, 2015

With a helping of wonderful acting and messages about how society has evolved in entertainment from past decades, Birdman surely was one of the best movies of 2014 but is slowed down by a small amount of meaningless dialogue that made theWith a helping of wonderful acting and messages about how society has evolved in entertainment from past decades, Birdman surely was one of the best movies of 2014 but is slowed down by a small amount of meaningless dialogue that made the message of the movie seem cheesy in a sense.… Expand

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Zadaris2021Jul 27, 2015

Well worth the array of Academy Awards that it won, and Keaton shoulda' gotten the award. I don't wanna' be that guy right now - but we all know that ratings are what matters and so they vote for the younger, fresher, hip guy, But, that's notWell worth the array of Academy Awards that it won, and Keaton shoulda' gotten the award. I don't wanna' be that guy right now - but we all know that ratings are what matters and so they vote for the younger, fresher, hip guy, But, that's not my point, so back to the movie. As you put the disc in and sit down, you hear his inner dialogue and see Riggan floating in the air. Wait? Is that what kind of movie this is gonna' be? No way I thought - AH! yes, it's an illusion, it's what he's thinking. His mind plays tricks on him - because he was Birdman and he was superior, "we grossed billions!" Each scene is stronger than the one before and keeps hitting you in the face until you realize that this film is what the real world is like. This film captures human emotion and desire so insanely perfectly that I couldn't stop watching it. The black comedy-ness similar to movies like Wolf of Wall Street or Big Lebowski - that kind of humor that is raw and, again, hits you in the face and makes you think "what the **** Yeah, well that's Birdman. This is a classic film and portrays the world of theater very realistically. The movie really strengthens after Mike Shiner (Edward Norton) makes his entrance and in his first scene he pulls the guts out of Riggan, throws them on the floor and says 'this is acting, that right there is realism.' He doesn't actually say that, but you get the point. They're naturally adversaries, but Shiner brings a reality to Riggan's play that he needed to succeed, because after all - that's what Riggan wants right? Success...even though he was Birdman and "grossed billions" he still feels like he has more to prove. Maybe it's that he is a real actor - he can do Broadway, write and star in his own adaptation! Each characters performances were stellar, garnering 3 oscar nominations from the ensemble cast. Hell, even Galifianakis kills it in this film (he always kills it, though). I look forward to any other film from this director and writing group. Birdman, 10/10, watch it. And watch it again, if you can, because you'll catch things more and more as you go. For example - in the mirror at the beginning of the film is a note that reads "a thing is just a thing, not what is said of that thing." I saw that on my 3rd go through, and it's stuck to my brain. It's some kind of simplistic philosophy that this movie conveys and that quote kinda' packs it all into one sentence for ya.' Enjoy!… Expand

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Jess_HillJul 12, 2015

Utterly compelling, confounding and complex in equal measure, this is a must see film. Phenomenal cinematography and brilliant performances by the exceptional cast made this a film during which your attention won't waver. The storyline isUtterly compelling, confounding and complex in equal measure, this is a must see film. Phenomenal cinematography and brilliant performances by the exceptional cast made this a film during which your attention won't waver. The storyline is both darkly comic and tragic, and the pacing is done beautifully. Whilst this will not appeal to a mainstream audience, this multilayered tragicomedy is masterfully directed and will stay with you well after the credits roll. 9.37/10… Expand

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30CentsJul 3, 2015

Alejandro González Iñárritu's work on "Birdman" is an extraordinary ride for those who like art films, and for those who are in the mood to watch an unusual movie.

Basics: "BIrdman" is one of those movies that is called a "Black Comedy",Alejandro González Iñárritu's work on "Birdman" is an extraordinary ride for those who like art films, and for those who are in the mood to watch an unusual movie.

Basics:
"BIrdman" is one of those movies that is called a "Black Comedy", the atmosphere of the movie is dark and and sometimes funny. Michael Keaton is the star of the movie trying to overcome his past of being a former superhero star on broad way, with supporting actors and actresses like Edward Norton, Emma Stone, Naomi Watts, and Zach Galifianakis. The supporting cast makes the movie better in almost every possible way.

Plot:
Michael Keaton plays as Riggan Thompson, a former superhero star who played BIrdman on broad way in his earlier years. Riggan tries to bond with his daughter Sam (played by Emma Stone), and bring an upcoming play with other starts (played by Naomi Watts and Edward Norton) to go to the top as he worries about being criticized. Riggan struggles with the cast and crew who criticizes his performance each time he goes on stage and rehearses with the actors, he must try to overcome is way of going back as he used to be.

While Birdman may not be a movie for everyone, it is still one of those movies that is unusual a majority of the way through. Michael Keaton's work on the film earned him a best actor nomination at the Oscars, this is easily one of his best performances. Birdman's cinematography is absolutely amazing, the picture of the movie is comfortable to watch and makes it easier to watch. The screenplay written by Iñárritu is professionally written as the actors have tremendous performances.

"Birdman" is a work of art in Hollywood filming; that being said, this is not a film everyone will like. This film is mainly for people who love watching art movies, this is also one of those films that you have to be in the mood to watch. Good movie overall, not recommended for everyone though.… Expand

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MyodynamicJun 29, 2015

Ace up your sleeves for an enthralling and captivating story line, the movie has the ultimate inscrutable perforates with no hitches in the giddy ups which don’t make a fool and his money parted. Piercing shots into an actor’s life, his mindAce up your sleeves for an enthralling and captivating story line, the movie has the ultimate inscrutable perforates with no hitches in the giddy ups which don’t make a fool and his money parted. Piercing shots into an actor’s life, his mind altering roused imagination with the surges of the action, the flooding insights need a new pair of eyes to get a little learning in the dangerous thing. Michael Keaton finally gets his acting ravage in the as mad as a wrongly shot hog role, and devices it into a howling and rattling ex-cogitation roux of as mad as a hatter one man show. After the movie, if your thought pauses on Amazing, there buddy, you get a penny for it.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerJun 28, 2015

Hilarious, compelling, thought-provoking, and more than a little bat crap crazy. "Birdman" is satire of the film industry, celebrity life, and all the insanity that goes with it. With stunning performances all around, excellent writing, bigHilarious, compelling, thought-provoking, and more than a little bat crap crazy. "Birdman" is satire of the film industry, celebrity life, and all the insanity that goes with it. With stunning performances all around, excellent writing, big laughs, and stunning direction this is a must see.

The biggest area where it succeeds though is that it speaks to everyone. We all want to feel loved and important. Special even. That force inside of us that drive us to achieve that feeling is the driving force behind this film. It's also the force that drove all of this film's characters to edge and said "it's up to you from here. Make the jump or fall and die." It's an emotional complex and intelligent film.

The way it talks about movie goers attention spans and what succeeds at the box office is sure to step on some toes. Yes, big blockbuster action movies do get more attention than more thoughtful dramas like, but what's the big deal? We pay for entertainment so shouldn't we get that rather than being bored out of our minds while some filmmaker preaches at us for two hours? While some of it's messages seem a little pretentious the film is unbelievably aware of this and even calls itself out on it. Regardless of how you feel regarding writer and director Alejandro González Iñárritu's views you can't say the film won't get you thinking.

What about what he has to say in regards to reviews? The labels we put on people's work. It certainly points out how hurtful and meaningless the reviews of both professional and us wannabe reviewers can be to the people behind what is being reviewed. It is our right to tell how we feel about a piece of entertainment, but do we have to be so darn cruel about it? Especially to those with a different view than our own?

This fim brings up plenty of interesting topics that you will dwell on for quite a long time if you have any interest in movies outside of shear entertainment factor. However all of that intelligence Birdman shows ultimately results to nothing if the movie isn't enjoyable to watch. Luckily the movie succeeds. With captivating performances all around, particularly from Keaton and Norton, and absolutely hilarious moments this is one that will keep comedy fans rolling on the floor with laughter. You also really begin to care about these characters and their plots as the film progresses. Before it's over you are emotionally invested.

Did I mention the soundtrack? Jazz has never been better utilized as far as I'm concerned. The special effects are awesome. They add a sense of craziness and unpredictability to the film. You never know when Keaton's powers are going to show up and put a whole new spin on things. They are used to excellently capture the character's insanity.

Birdman succeeds in just about every category. You may be able to predict a certain plot element that takes place near the end (you know exactly how Keaton's character is going to end his play before the big reveal), but for the most part it's an unpredictable ride. One with hilarity and originality all around. Simply put, this is one you should highly consider seeing.

I give "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)" a 9.3/10.… Expand

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diogomendesJun 14, 2015

Birdman's inventive, original screenplay, sharp dialogue, excellent performances -- as well as a good dose of black humor -- make it one of the most fresh cinematic achievements since "The Pianist".

9/10.

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GentM2015Jun 10, 2015

This is certainly not as great as everyone says and it's very overrated but that doesn't mean that it's a bad movie though.This film is unique and sometimes that's just what we need.It shows the world from a different prospective and that isThis is certainly not as great as everyone says and it's very overrated but that doesn't mean that it's a bad movie though.This film is unique and sometimes that's just what we need.It shows the world from a different prospective and that is good.The Directing is phenomenal and even though the movie seems to be very slow paced there is still a lot to like about this film and this kind of film making.Props to the movie for the camera work though.… Expand

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ZetterbergJun 8, 2015

One the best film of the year. The tone of this movie is really amaze. The most impressive things is the making of the film. We have only one stage who continues more than 2 hours and follow differents character. It never stops. ThisOne the best film of the year. The tone of this movie is really amaze. The most impressive things is the making of the film. We have only one stage who continues more than 2 hours and follow differents character. It never stops. This stylistic exercise stays coherent. For me, this is a prowess.

About the script, this film is a critique of the cinema. The blog boster and the supposed true cinema: auteur cinema. In brief, all aspect of the modern cinema are criticized. And it is a successfully controlled.… Expand

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CobeJun 4, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The forgotten hollywood top star who played superhero 'Birdman', Riggan tomson want to bring back his shiny days for challenging broadway show. He never acheived recognition from public, so gap between ideal and reality makes riggan exhausted. Riggan feels big pressure from rebooting classic play, and the famous and loved actor, Edward norton's unexpecting behavior, also prestigious critic, Tabitha dickinson's poor prereview. Through this bleack condition, how birdman could fly over sky again.
this movie has four outstanding features. First, using long take shot for pretending play show, because of the background of this movie, story of the play actor attracts watchers eyes. Next, the magical realistic, birdman shows his magical power in the real world, but people don't have resistance between magical and realistic. The smooth magical realistic technique creates film more fantastic atmosphere. The show business satire, also a feature of the birdman film, spoil broadway and hollywood's dark side which create value only from SNS marketing but artistic factor. Michael Keaton's remarkable acting makes this movie more popular too. His life just looks like as riggan tomson, drag inner inspiration out.… Expand

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ZChongMay 27, 2015

I like this movie, but I will say Whiplash was robbed. Michael Keaton, Ed Norton and Emma Stone were really good in their performances. Lindsey Duncan (despite seeing her in other performances) really broke out. I enjoyed the plot and theI like this movie, but I will say Whiplash was robbed. Michael Keaton, Ed Norton and Emma Stone were really good in their performances. Lindsey Duncan (despite seeing her in other performances) really broke out. I enjoyed the plot and the "confusing" ending. Well done, but not best picture.… Expand

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AwesomeRaiderMay 13, 2015

Birdman is a good joke about the Superhero movie and actors who live only in a one character.
Its enjoyable and smart in many moments
Great actuations of Keaton ,Norton and Stone. It is not to Taken seriously, if you like the commercialBirdman is a good joke about the Superhero movie and actors who live only in a one character.
Its enjoyable and smart in many moments
Great actuations of Keaton ,Norton and Stone.

It is not to Taken seriously, if you like the commercial films.
Just only Relax!!!

Birdman es una buena burla acerca de las películas de Superheroes y de los actores que solo viven de un papel o personaje
Es disfrutable e inteligente en varios momentos.
Grandes actuaciones de Keaton,Norton y Stone.

No es para tomársela en serio, si te gusta el cine comercial.
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Jackson861May 2, 2015

Great plot, great visuals and the fantastic acting make this one of the most interesting films of 2014. It's a wildly fun film to watch and is only made better by the fact that Micheal Keaton played Batman in the late 80s and It'sGreat plot, great visuals and the fantastic acting make this one of the most interesting films of 2014. It's a wildly fun film to watch and is only made better by the fact that Micheal Keaton played Batman in the late 80s and It's underwhelming sequel in the 90s. The interesting camera work that makes this film look like it was all filmed in one shot is a unique idea, however, it seems a bit too gimmicky and even then they cheated by transitioning between days by pointing the camera at the sky.… Expand

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heromoderApr 21, 2015

Very weird and very funny. Some strong performances from Emma Stone and Edward Norton elevate this clever film even more. Perfect casting choice regarding Michael Keaton (the irony was not lost on any of us).

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LordOfTheFilmsApr 19, 2015

In my opinion the best movie of the year. Not just because of a well written screenplay and extraordinary acting, but because the cinematography could keep any audience at the edge of their seat even in a very simple story. A personalIn my opinion the best movie of the year. Not just because of a well written screenplay and extraordinary acting, but because the cinematography could keep any audience at the edge of their seat even in a very simple story. A personal favorite from 2014, and an example of originality in a business which becomes less original for every decade.… Expand

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BradySmithApr 18, 2015

Birdman is an energetic, original, and very entertaining movie. There is creativity in spades here. From the clever screenplay and the way it was edited to all look like one take to the vibrant cinematography and outstanding performances,Birdman is an energetic, original, and very entertaining movie. There is creativity in spades here. From the clever screenplay and the way it was edited to all look like one take to the vibrant cinematography and outstanding performances, this may very well be many movie buffs' dream film. Keaton, Stone, and Norton all give great, perhaps career best performances. It's absolutely crazy but it's also very buzzy and the characters are all extremely well written. It's one of the best movies of 2014, but it does lack a certain lasting resonance. I had to drop it to an 8 from a 9 because of this. It just isn't quite as good a movie as American Hustle or Her, or in my own opinion which I know is in the minority, Interstellar. But if you're looking for something different, fun, funny, and sometimes emotional, go for Birdman without hesitation.… Expand

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CherryxldApr 11, 2015

Birdman es una película que resulta ser satisfactoria en practicamente todos los aspectos de este film.

Esta película resulta un intrépido largometraje que tiene varias características potentes, como la muy buena dirección de AlejandroBirdman es una película que resulta ser satisfactoria en practicamente todos los aspectos de este film.

Esta película resulta un intrépido largometraje que tiene varias características potentes, como la muy buena dirección de Alejandro Gonzales Iñárritu y también la sublime e impresionante fotografía del ganador del Oscar Emmanuel Lubezki, además de sus grandes actuaciones. Así que, por tanto, Birdman es un film que logra abrir sus alas, y también logra volar en lo alto.… Expand

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VinceRocks123Apr 10, 2015

A backstage satire of life on broadway and haunting pasts decorated in urbanism, where former celebrities are portrayed as eccentrics who want to see the world as they see, and the people who weigh in against his passion for utter nonsenseA backstage satire of life on broadway and haunting pasts decorated in urbanism, where former celebrities are portrayed as eccentrics who want to see the world as they see, and the people who weigh in against his passion for utter nonsense out of pity Alejandro G Innaritu did a perfect job trying to tell a story of the virtue of the mangled sole searching for a new meaning in life. A modern shakespeare dramedy with a little sentimental thought

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SpangleApr 8, 2015

Birdman is one unique film. A riveting character study from beginning to end, Birdman features many, many positives that make it deserving of the acclaim it received. Firstly, the cinematography is impeccable, as are the editing andBirdman is one unique film. A riveting character study from beginning to end, Birdman features many, many positives that make it deserving of the acclaim it received. Firstly, the cinematography is impeccable, as are the editing and soundtrack. The acting from Michael Keaton, Edward Norton, Naomi Watts, and everyone else, is great. The casting and the way the characters almost match the actors playing them was also an awesome little touch. The direction from Alejandro Gonzalez Innarritu is also very good, as is the writing. Ultimately, Birdman is a tale of a man trying to regain past glory and dealing with his own high expectations for himself. Though, to say I understand this one is far off from the truth. In fact, I found it quite confusing. All the same, Birdman is a great film that really succeeds on the back of its many strong features and touching romantic/familial elements.… Expand

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truckproductionApr 6, 2015

Wow! Absolutely incredible filmmaking here. The film perfectly captures the narcissism and obsession that comes with a career in the creative arts. The cinematography was perfection. And every actor and actress in the picture was at the topWow! Absolutely incredible filmmaking here. The film perfectly captures the narcissism and obsession that comes with a career in the creative arts. The cinematography was perfection. And every actor and actress in the picture was at the top of their game. This film will be remembered for decades. Bravo!… Expand

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Asif-khanApr 2, 2015

A brilliant movie with an even more brilliant cast. Hats off to Edward Norton, perhaps the best thing in the film along with it's unique Cinematography.

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ozzsoffyMar 27, 2015

Amazing, must see movie,
from the second it start's you understand that it is something else, after two hours that non stop trip, you are leaving with a very good ending. it need to be an oscar movie and in did it is!!!

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Justcool777Mar 26, 2015

'Birdman' or The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance-
A Unique layered Storyline following the Character's Life as an undefiningly unkown yet renowned superhero, as a Father, as an Actor, and a Director/Writer who wishes to renew himself into'Birdman' or The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance-
A Unique layered Storyline following the Character's Life as an undefiningly unkown yet renowned superhero, as a Father, as an Actor, and a Director/Writer who wishes to renew himself into what he wishes to be.
Birdman composes of great acting and everything what so in it although not a movie that is for everyone.
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At_chMar 18, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The very same critics that couldn't figure out why they weren't laughing at Gilliam's film "Zero Theorem" now find themselves guffawing at this "Comedy" about a washed up schizophrenic actor on the brink of murdering his co workers and killing himself.
Where I'm from... Suicide is not funny, nor do you gain the adulation of critics by pointing a loaded gun at co workers and then shooting yourself. This is the true theme of the movie... Which isn't funny at all. It's terrifying, and this why this movie is a slap in the face to even the critics who hail it's achievement because if you understand this film... Everyone's ignorance about it is blatantly obvious. This is a movie about a psycho who is teetering on the edge of murder suicide. This psycho (played by Michael Keaton) is further pushed toward his boiling point by ego driven, narcissistic characters who are too self absorbed to realize how terrifyingly close they come to getting their heads blown off by pushing the buttons of a washed up actor who wants to be serious but isn't taken seriously after playing the role of an action hero 20 years prior. After reaching his boiling point in the theater and nearly executing his co workers with a loaded gun... He shoots himself... Misses... And ends up in the hospital where he is extolled for his magnificent achievement in theater... He jumps from a window... Killing himself and further scars his emotionally disturbed daughter who imagines him flying around which portrays the solidification of her psychosis after years of his psychological abuse. The theme of this movie is buried under the pretentiousness of it. AND THAT IS THE POINT. "The unexpected virtue of ignorance" is what this film represents. At first, I didn't understand what the hubbub was about... I was ignorant. Then I realized that it was MY problem because the only thing that caught my attention (ego) was all the pretentious (ego) stroking going on. I almost missed the point entirely. This isn't a comedy... It's a horror flick. It's a film about ignorance or "Bird brains". The lead character played by Keaton is a psycho! He believes he has super powers. He is schizophrenic. He has conversations with himself. Purely nuts... But on the surface this all seems playfully dramatic to the ignorant ego driven viewer, or critic. The other characters are simply cannon fodder for the lead. It was good. I watched it all the way to the end. Perhaps I have yet to understand the significance of the drums throughout the score however... I felt like the score was lacking somewhat in originality. Overall... It was a good movie. I think most audience members, critics, and industry people will fail to see the real theme here.... As usual.… Expand

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j3015Mar 17, 2015

Alejandro Gonzalez Innarritu's surreal masterpiece Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) tackles the internal/external conflict of making art. The film revolves around Riggan Thomson (played by an excellent Michael Keaton), a washedAlejandro Gonzalez Innarritu's surreal masterpiece Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) tackles the internal/external conflict of making art. The film revolves around Riggan Thomson (played by an excellent Michael Keaton), a washed up actor who decides to direct, write, and star in his own Broadway adaptation of Raymond Carver's short story "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love". All of Riggan's struggles with his personal life and his ego manifests itself in the days leading up to the play. The film is very self aware and it definitely challenges audiences with its concepts. Those concepts, mind you, are open to interpretation. There's some irony that it won Best Picture and not in a good way. I was actually hoping it wouldn't win because it kind of takes the bite out of the satire.… Expand

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PfenderStrat621Mar 15, 2015

One of the greatest cinematic achievements ever, this is a film that i can consider a modern-day masterpiece, without doubt, the best of 2014 in my opinion. To describe how perfect the movie is i have to describe the whole movie. TheOne of the greatest cinematic achievements ever, this is a film that i can consider a modern-day masterpiece, without doubt, the best of 2014 in my opinion. To describe how perfect the movie is i have to describe the whole movie. The directing is amazingly stunning, the performances are dazzling and every actor felt natural, the screenplay is brilliant treating with a lot of themes without being a mess, the characters are extremely well written and very developed, the cinematography is ground-breaking and the story is something that has been done but it was made in the most original and fantastic way. It was a mesmerizing movie from start to finish, everything felt so honest and natural, it was a relief to see something so original and different but with a purpose, and it is one of the best movies i have ever seen. This film is Iñárritu's black sheep. A film that it is misunderstood by a lot of people because of it's controversies but i can assure that it is something that is going to remembered and discussed for years.… Expand

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danippMar 13, 2015

Despite unnecessary things like a kiss between two women and a relationship between Stone and Norton, Birdman is another incredible film by Iñárritu. Funny, exciting, with an amazing drum sound on the background and scenes filmed on a singleDespite unnecessary things like a kiss between two women and a relationship between Stone and Norton, Birdman is another incredible film by Iñárritu. Funny, exciting, with an amazing drum sound on the background and scenes filmed on a single shot. You won't see an original and entertainment movie like that so soon! Besides, it's nice to watch Keaton playing basically himself on screen and giving us a superb performance.… Expand

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MattBrady99Mar 10, 2015

Riggan: I'm nothing. I'm not even here.

The story to Birdman is about an wash up actor (Michael Keaton) - famous for portraying an iconic superhero - as he struggles to mount a Broadway play. In the days leading up to opening night, heRiggan: I'm nothing. I'm not even here.

The story to Birdman is about an wash up actor (Michael Keaton) - famous for portraying an iconic superhero - as he struggles to mount a Broadway play. In the days leading up to opening night, he battles his ego and attempts to recover his family, his career, and himself.

Okay in my review of Whiplash I bought this movie up mid way through the review just to give a heads up of when I'm going to watch it, because Birdman was my most hyped film of 2014. But just like every time I really wanted to see a film so baldy I have to wait for a while until I finally get a chance to watch it, story of my life really. But anywhere I was really looking forward to this movie ever since September, and now finally seeing the film I can safely say that Birdman is one of the best movie of 2014.

I always know that Micheal Keaton was the kind of movie star that will pick any random movie role just because... well he what's to be important and still show to everyone that he still got it, I guess?. Like early last year now he was in two movies that were pretty blah, and that was The Robocop remake and the film Need for Speed, and those films just made Keaton look like he was just cashing it in just for the sake of it. Until when I watched this movie and seeing Micheal Keaton's performance and thinking to myself "Wait is Keaton giving probably his best performance I've ever seen in my life? I think he is", because Keaton in this movie pretty much pulls of the best performance I've seen him in his all career. His character in this movie is like a wash up actor who had everything like love from the critics, his fans. Yeah he still dose have that Keaton thing that he always dose in his previous movies, but the scenes where he plays his character (Which is himself if you really look at his character in this movie) but anywhere he still gives a strong and believable performance that at times give me flashbacks of the good old days where he still had roots and felt like he isn't just cashing it in. I hear a lot of Oscar buzz about his performance in this movie, and I wouldn't be surprise if he wins because he totally deserves it. Excellent work Keaton.

Edward Norton is this movie pretty much plays a familiar character to himself has the hard to work with actor that at times doesn't follow the lines that he was given or even the direction he was told. We already know that Norton is a fantastic actor in his previous work, but in this movie his performance could be descried has stellar and insanely good.

Emma Stone is this movie and of course like most of the actors I named of so far of who outstanding they were in this movie and well you can already guess what I'm going to say next. Emma Stone acting in this movie was just terrific and marvellous to watch in this movie and it's good to see a real break out performance from her more than the lay back ones in her other movies. Nice one Emma. The other cast in the movie like Naomi Watts, Zach Galifianakis both did good as well.

The movie is shot to look like it's all one shot take and my mind was just blown away by that fact. There where screens were I said to myself "Oh my god is it one shot?", well I can already imagine the stress, hard work and how many takes they had to do to get it, and boy did it pay off nicely, because I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. I dared myself to look away from the beautiful cinematography and the impressive editing used in the film.

The movie has a brilliant message about film critics today that doesn't feel like it's in your face message that you normally get in movies. There is a scene in this movie and it's not a spoiler by the way, but I really need to get this out the way first. So anywhere Micheal Keaton character just starts having a rant over this theater critic who is going to give a bad review to his play when she hasn't even seen it or seen any of the premieres. He talks about how she only users big words that nobody will say in person and shes to lazy to come up what she really thinks about it so she users big words just to fill in the sentence. This movie probably has the best rant in movie history and Keaton in that scene shows how good of a actor that he is.

For problems in the movie... I really don't have any to be honest.

I loved this movie and yes I'm coming out be saying that. This isn't just the best movie of the year and such, no this is just flawless film making right here. Birdman and Whiplash are the two films I will highly recommend to people because those two films are my favorite films of 2014.… Expand

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googolendtimesMar 8, 2015

Masterfully assembled, "Birdman" is an electrifying and innovative technical tour de force on every feasible level. It showcases exceptional performances by Michael Keaton and Edward Norton who execute their roles with self-deprecatingMasterfully assembled, "Birdman" is an electrifying and innovative technical tour de force on every feasible level. It showcases exceptional performances by Michael Keaton and Edward Norton who execute their roles with self-deprecating reckless abandon.… Expand

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jgzegerMar 6, 2015

Although this film is superbly acted and directed, it is flawed by an ending that is confusing at best and perhaps totally meaningless. I have read a few critics reviews of this movie and the word pretentious pops up in those reviews that areAlthough this film is superbly acted and directed, it is flawed by an ending that is confusing at best and perhaps totally meaningless. I have read a few critics reviews of this movie and the word pretentious pops up in those reviews that are less than glowing. I think they have a point here.… Expand

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percypoosMar 5, 2015

It is very hard to describe this film. Spellbinding but at the same time bordering on the ridiculous. Great acting and some poignant comments. However, this film bore the Oscar award banner and is definitely not the best film of the year.

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codayopMar 4, 2015

Clever, slightly self-indulgent, insight into an ex-movie stars attempt to reinvent himself in the thespian world.

The Look Smooth, long transitions from one scene to another using (very) long simulated single cut scenes. TheClever, slightly self-indulgent, insight into an ex-movie stars attempt to reinvent himself in the thespian world.

The Look
Smooth, long transitions from one scene to another using (very) long simulated single cut scenes.

The Soundtrack
Jazz. Fits the film, does not fit my taste.

The Adventure
Oddly rewarding escapism which kept me enthralled till the end.

Conclusion
Entertaining, funny, weird.
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ellimar188Mar 2, 2015

I absolutely loved Birdman! The writing is clever, engaging, and interesting, while Alejandro Inarritu does a brilliant job directing. I was amazed at the length of the shots in Birdman. In fact, I could not actually tell when one shot endedI absolutely loved Birdman! The writing is clever, engaging, and interesting, while Alejandro Inarritu does a brilliant job directing. I was amazed at the length of the shots in Birdman. In fact, I could not actually tell when one shot ended and another began; the entire film seemed to flow seamlessly as one scene. Furthermore, the use of magical realism was extremely interesting, showing the tormented and conflicted mental state of the protagonist, Riggan Thomson (played to perfection by Michael Keaton). As you have likely already heard, all of the actors in this film have performed extremely well.

My only minor gripe with Birdman is its use of Edward Norton's character, Mike Shiner, an unorthodox and unpredictable Broadway actor. The character takes a major role from the start to middle of the film, with hints at his troubled personal life present throughout, only for Mike to be nearly disregarded by the end. However, I am unsure how an adequate amount of time could have been devoted to Mike without infringing on Riggan's struggles. Regardless, Birdman is a great film that I would recommend to anyone looking for a thought provoking, black-comedy drama!… Expand

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rBoseFeb 28, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I couldn't find anything negative about it except the ending which in fact was put there to let the viewer decide the fate of the movie. He is definitely dead but she may have wanted to see him as he really was, Birdman.

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hshjeannieFeb 27, 2015

The acting is stellar, this includes not just Keaton and Norton, but also Naomi Watts, Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, Amy Ryan and Andrea Riseborough. The film is heavy on style - and yes it's a refreshing style. But the intense "edginess"The acting is stellar, this includes not just Keaton and Norton, but also Naomi Watts, Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, Amy Ryan and Andrea Riseborough. The film is heavy on style - and yes it's a refreshing style. But the intense "edginess" created by Inarittu is not my idea of "comedy" black or otherwise. The the appeal of this type of intensity is highly subjective - at times it was simply too much for me. The jagged tone and intensity made it difficult to appreciate what was a dramatic tool - this Birdman / alter-ego that we hear in Keaton's head. It's not entertaining when you can't help but wonder if the man is seriously suffering from mental breakdown marked with schizophrenia. ( No spoilers here) And then there's the whole BIG fact that this is film is for movie/stage insiders, yes the actors and the director are having a grand time, and those in the industry can thoroughly enjoy this self-indulgent vanity piece - but as for the rest of us?… Expand

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jppl1999Feb 27, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is unique and, even with slights, that same uniqueness will never overrate the film. "The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance" is just a bubble that develops as part of the identity of Riggan during the film and the constant apparition of characters like Sam and even Birdman create the sense of reality that was missing inside Thomson's appreciation of life; the end is different and it makes the audience decide whether the movie is worth it or not (it is!).… Expand

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JohnMasterLFeb 27, 2015

Birdman odia las criticas al igual que a los críticos. Es un espectáculo, a todos aquellos que disfruten del cine, lo comenten entre sus amigos, familia, hacen debates sobre una pelicula de cualquier genero al momento de salir de la función;Birdman odia las criticas al igual que a los críticos. Es un espectáculo, a todos aquellos que disfruten del cine, lo comenten entre sus amigos, familia, hacen debates sobre una pelicula de cualquier genero al momento de salir de la función; quedaran totalmente satisfechos, porque Birdman no es solo una obra de Arte con su excelente Guion, Actuaciones, Soundtrack, Fotografía, Edición y Dirección, también es una critica social, donde nos recuerda que ahora el cine es comercial, la mejor pelicula es aquella que gana mas dinero, y no solo eso; aquella pelicula también tiene que tener acción, explosiones, efectos especiales, sexo, pornografía y drogas para ser considerada "una obra maestra" y cualquier otra que no cuente con esto y solo incluya un Guion inteligente y filosófico es mala y aburrida. ¿Estos tiempos son una mierda no? Birdman es una pelicula que critica a otras películas y ellos se critican a si mismos, un circulo vicioso de la ignorancia. Esos 4 OSCARS los tiene muy bien merecidos, mi favorita del 2014.… Expand

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