Review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) by Mike M — 19 Apr 2015

Breathtaking and refreshing, it deserved its Oscars.

This review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) was written by Mike M on 19 Apr 2015.

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

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