A film that helped define the cinema

Rating: Null/10 (22 September 1999)

If ever a film deserved to be seen in a darkened theater with others and without distraction, it is Citizen Kane. The first time I saw this film I was unprepared by excessive background information and the snap comments of the glib. It is a story about a man, who was very wealthy. That really is all one needs to know. If you enjoy films, take the time to see this one. Have fun using your imagination. Think of this man's life, think of your own and think of what the Director is trying to create. I envy you being able to see Citizen Kane for the first time. Rating - that is almost as inane as box office gross. Rating-priceless. One of the few great historical films that has grown with the years. Camera shots that set the standard and still others that have never been replicated. Enjoy. Be warned, if your attention span is short, your emotions somewhat shallow, your style impulsive, this is not your movie. This work places demands on the audience. It returns generously.