Review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) by James F — 06 May 2015

Thought it was a bit overhyped, quite liked Ed Norton in it though.

This review of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) was written by James F on 06 May 2015.

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

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