In the heart of New York, a fading actor, famous for portraying an iconic superhero, struggles to make a comeback with an ambitious theater project. Riggan Thomson, who wishes to be recognized for his true talent, is in full production of a Broadway play that he has adapted and directed himself. However, as he faces the nerves and pressures of live theater, he also grapples with his own inner demons, manifested as the voice of his most famous character, which gives rise to an internal conflict between reality and fantasy.
With a cast that includes an up-and-coming Hollywood star who adds chaos to the situation and a resentful friend who feels threatened by Riggan's success, tensions mount. As the opening night approaches, Riggan's failures and successes intertwine with his personal life, where his relationship with his daughter, a young woman recovering from addiction issues and searching for her place in the world, is pivotal. The anticipation for the premiere becomes a surreal journey filled with reflections on fame, identity, and the quest for authenticity in a world that seems always superficial.
With innovative visual storytelling and a bold approach to artistic life, this work delves into the mind of a man who wants to leave a legacy, as the line between his life and his art blurs increasingly.