Citizen Kane

“Citizen Kane” “Citizen Kane” is often cited as one of the finest films ever made, and rightfully so. Orson Welles, co-scripted, starred in, and directed this psychological study of an American newspaper tycoon. His innovative expressionistic use of sound and camera techniques greatly influenced later filmmakers. Welles used such innovative techniques as deep focus (in which objects both near to and far from the camera are sharply in focus) and high and low camera angles. …showed first 75 words of 408 total…

…showed last 75 words of 408 total…whole opening to the story is very effective in creating the mood of mystery in the rest of the story. The layout of the plot in Orson Welles’ “Citizen Kane” is very original and interesting. It creates interest and sets the mood of the story by giving the ending first. The combination of unique presentation, and innovative use of sound and camera techniques marks this film as one of the greatest motion pictures ever created.