Review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) by Andy S — 11 May 2015

Mesmerizing direction and top-notch acting from everyone, even Zach Gailifanakis delivers.

This review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) was written by Andy S on 11 May 2015.

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) has generally received very positive reviews.

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