Alejandro Iñárritu Starts Filming Birdman In NYC

After his sad and why not, most depressing film of 2011 “Biutiful,” one of the greatest Mexican directors in film, Alejandro Iñárritu is giving people a chance to smile with his first comedy called Birdman. Filming has already begun in New York City and per the executives at Fox Searchlight, “We’ve been mesmerized by Alejandro’s work for years, Claudia Lewis, Fox Searchlight Pictures President of Production said. “We’re honored to work with this visionary auteur on his imaginative and original dark comedy.”

What Is Birdman About?

The film, also known as The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance follows the story of a former actor played by Michael Keaton who was famous for portraying an iconic superhero but now struggles to mount a Broadway play. In the time leading up to the opening night, he battles his ego and attempts to recover his family, his golden days, and himself.

The movie will also star Edward Norton, Naomi Watts, Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis, Amy Ryan, and Andrea Riseborough.

Our Perspective On Birdman

Interestingly, Iñárritu did not cast one single Latino actor in a lead role, something rare if not right down shocking. All his previous films possessed an actor of Caribbean, South American, or Spanish descent – Amores Perros, 21 Grams, Babel and Biutiful.

“Birdman” is a bold move for a director not known for having comic sensibilities. Iñárritu whose area of expertise is drama will attempt to create high-quality humor. With this in mind, he has the potential to succeed largely due to the solid veteran actors at his side. It is thrilling to have such a talented cast to bring this script to life, Iñárritu said. His comedy in NYC might remind some people of Woody Allen who has recently left for Europe. Also, could he be the one to fill his shoes when he’s gone?

Birdman is being shot on Broadway in New York City.  The director co-wrote the script with Nicolas Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, and Armando Bo; and will produce the film along with John Lesher.