Birdman is a black comedy-drama film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. Emma Stone plays the role of Sam Thomson, the daughter of a washed-up actor played by Michael Keaton. The film follows the story of Riggan Thomson, a former superhero actor, as he tries to revive his career by staging a Broadway play. Emma Stone's performance in Birdman was highly praised, and she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The film is known for its unique cinematography, which gives the illusion of being shot in a single continuous take, and explores themes of fame, identity, and artistic integrity.