'' Birdman '' was selected as the opening film of the 71st Venice International Film Festival along with Mohsen Makhmalbaf 's new film . A limited release began in four North American theatres on October 17 , 2014 , followed by a nationwide release in 857 theatres on November 14 , 2014
71st Venice International Film Festival
71st Venice International Film Festival
Birdman (film)