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BIRDMAN or The Unexpected Virtue Of Ignorance is a black comedy that tells the story of an 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.

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Some interesting facts, according to MLIVE writer John Serba:

“It features actors playing actors, led by Michael Keaton as Riggan Thomas, a Hollywood superstar known for playing the iconic superhero Birdman. It should be lost on no one that Keaton played Batman twice, or that his primary “Birdman” co-stars include Emma Stone, featured in the current “Spider-Man” franchise, and Edward Norton, who once played the Incredible Hulk. Perhaps Keaton seems himself in the Riggan character, or not, but somewhat objectively speaking, he’s a beloved and talented veteran comic actor (“Mr. Mom,” “Beetlejuice,” etc.) who’s never tackled a prestige leading role or been considered for an Oscar. “Birdman” will absolutely change that: he’s great. Witty, funny, sharp. Maybe not huggable, but sympathetic. Great. Great great great.”

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“Birdman takes advantage of every facet of Keaton’s talent, from his knack for absurdist comedy to his seemingly effortless ability to tap into graceful profundity without making a big show of it.” -Rene Rodrigues MIAMI HERALD

“Challenges, surprises and dazzles while still working at the edges of a frazzled mind.” -Tom Long DETROIT NEWS

“A jaw-dropping stylistic wow that spins, pirouettes, turns inside out, and miraculously stays aloft for two hours.” -Ty Burr BOSTON GLOBE