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A washed-up actor, Riggan Thomson, who once portrayed the iconic superhero Birdman, struggles to revive his career and personal life by writing, directing, and starring in a Broadway play. As opening night approaches, he grapples with his ego, his strained relationships with his daughter and a co-star, and the haunting voice of his former superhero persona.

Birdman received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its innovative direction, screenplay, Michael Keaton's performance, and its technical achievements, including the cinematography that creates the illusion of a single take. It was lauded for its exploration of themes like fame, art, identity, and existentialism.

• Praised for its bold and ambitious filmmaking, marked by a seamless single-take aesthetic.

• Michael Keaton's comeback performance as Riggan Thomson was widely celebrated as a career-defining role.

• The film's meta-commentary on Hollywood, celebrity, and artistic integrity resonated strongly with critics.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's unique visual style and the powerful performances, especially Michael Keaton's. Many found the movie thought-provoking and entertaining, though some felt it was overly self-indulgent.

Won the Academy Award for Best Picture, Best Director (Alejandro G. Iñárritu), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography. Nominated for Best Actor (Michael Keaton), Best Supporting Actor (Edward Norton), and Best Supporting Actress (Emma Stone).

The film was shot to appear as if it were filmed in a single, continuous take, a complex technical feat achieved through meticulous planning and editing by cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki.