Mystery,Drama
United States of America
Citizen Kane is a 1941 American film directed by and starring Orson Welles. The story follows the life of Charles Foster Kane, a wealthy newspaper magnate who is taken away from his mother at a young age and raised by a wealthy industrialist. The film is widely regarded as a masterpiece of modern cinema and is often cited as one of the greatest films ever made.
The film is told through a series of flashbacks from the point of view of those who knew Kane. Following his death, a journalist is sent to discover the meaning behind Kane's dying words "Rosebud." Through interviews with Kane's former wife, business partners, and friends, the journalist uncovers the complex and tragic life of this influential figure.
Kane is portrayed as a charismatic and ambitious man who rose to power through a combination of hard work, ambition, and sheer force of will. He is also shown to be deeply flawed, with his destructive tendencies eventually leading to his downfall. The film explores themes of power, love, corruption, and the human condition.
