Birdman is a black comedy-drama film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. Emma Stone plays Sam Thomson, the daughter of a washed-up actor played by Michael Keaton. The film follows the backstage drama of a Broadway play and delves into themes of ego, identity, and artistic integrity. Stone's performance in Birdman was praised for its emotional depth and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
