A Great Movie, But Not THE Greatest......

Rating: Null/10 (27 June 1999)

I just saw Citizen Kane and thought it was an excellent movie. Not only was it good for 1941, the fact that Orson Welles wrote, directed, produced, and starred in it at the age of 25 was even more surprising. This is actually a very depressing movie, especially the Rosebud thing at the end. Another thing that makes this movie so true (well, besides the fact it was based on the life of a true human being, William Randolph Hurst) was that Charlie Kane was such a human character. He was someone who was very nice, intelligent, and caring, yet on the other hand, he was also selfish, rude, and a spoiled brat. The way that Welles is able to use the camera and lighting in this movie is excellent. Although this is a very good film, I just don't think that it's worthy of the title "The greatest American film of all time." But, I really shouldn't say that, because, um, I have to admit I can't think of a film that IS worthy of that title! I think everyone should see this film, and just enjoy a good story about good characters, and forget about special effects for once. If all movies had a story as good as this, the Hollywood industry would be a lot better. See this movie if you can!!!!
-2001Rulz :-)