Here are five clips from the film which has Keaton in a familiar role, that of a down 'n out actor most famous for playing a superhero early in his career and is now trying to mount a comeback. For the former Batman it's the kind of role he was obviously perfectly suited for, and Inarritu knew it almost immediately. He told the New York Times recently....
“When I finished the script, I knew that Michael was not the choice or option, he was the guy. He’s one of the few guys in the world who has worn that cape. The authority and the relatability that he gave, all those were essential.”
It isn't just Keaton who is showered by praise, though, as the technical wizardry of Gravity cinematographer Emmanuelle Lubezki is also turning heads. Using a variety of techniques he's managed to make Birdman look like one continuous shot from start to finish. Wow. Looking forward to this one big time, and fortunately our screening is tonight so I won't have to wait long.
Starring Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, and Edward Norton, Birdman is in theaters now in some cities but opens in DC on Oct. 24th.
Michael Keaton, Edward Norton in BIRDMAN Clip ('Fight Club') by The Seven Sees
Michael Keaton, Emma Stone in BIRDMAN Clip ('Hammer') by The Seven Sees
Michael Keaton, Zach Galifianakis in BIRDMAN Clip ('Bring The Curtain Down') by The Seven Sees
