Review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) by Rick K — 13 Jan 2016

Best movie I've seen since American Hustle.

This review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) was written by Rick K on 13 Jan 2016.

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

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