Citizen Kane (1941)
Newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane is taken from his mother as a boy and made the ward of a rich industrialist. As a result, every well-meaning, tyrannical or self-destructive move he makes for the rest of his life appears in some way to be a reaction to that deeply wounding event.
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What can I say about Citizen Kane that hasn't been said already? Often named the greatest film of all time- this is a subjective opinion of course but there is no denying the impact Citizen Kane had on cinema. The cinematography is an inspiration to every director and DOP- the lighting and framing is astounding, and the black n white only enhances the aspects of lights and shadows. The script is well written and of course every principal actor is fit for their part. Which brings me to Orson Welles. It is staggering to think that he was barely 26 when the film was released. He is the anchor- the director of the film and its voice. His reputation was built on this movie and he certainly delivered later as well. Having said all of this there are people who get bored with Citizen Kane. So the choice is yours but for me this is a masterpiece.
Classic and a must watch for all film students. I constantly revise this movie to help with my teaching.
They say it was a pioneer in many cinema aspects. Who cares? What is it about? A total waste of celluloid.
Apparently my expectations were too high but I was very disappointed in "Citizen Kane". I had heard the hype for years and was savoring the moment of watching the "greatest film in cinema history". I love movies from the silent era through the late 40s and there is the occasional 50s and 60s movies that I enjoy as well. Perhaps it's the movie stars that attract me to those movies. However, "Citizen Kane" didn't fulfill my expectations and I was disappointed in the story and especially the ending.