Birdman: New International Trailer

Birdmanis a film with a basic concept that seems aimed so squarely at the heads of Den of Geekreaders that we almost have to wonder if they're playing with us. Michael Keaton plays an actor who once portrayed a famous comic book character in a successful franchise. Right. 

Clearly, though, there's much more to Alejandro Iñárritu's Birdman or The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorancethan that. Not the least of which being a stellar cast that includes Edward Norton and Emma Stone. So, the clever concept aside, this looks like a pretty fascinating movie.

Yeah...this has everything. Michael Keaton as himself and his internal "Birdman voice." Some blockbuster-style special effects. Oh, and the bit where the one guy takes "Birdman 4" out of context and gets really excited about it? Yes, welcome to the perils of our job.

Here's the official synopsis:

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.

Directed by Alejandro Iñárritu, and also starring Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, Andrea Riseborough, Amy Ryan, Emma Stone, and Naomi Watts.  

Birdmanarrives on October 17th. You can watch the earlier trailer for Birdman (and see some cool posters) right here.

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