One of the finest films ever made, an integral piece of cinema

Rating: 10/10 (4 October 2008)

Citizen Kane is an influential, dynamically important piece of cinema that has paved the way for the spectacular world of cinema we now know and adore.
Orson Welles is an icon of film, his script was ominous, satisfying, bold and hugely ahead of its time. The jigsaw puzzle storyline was crafted exquisitely and the paradoxical mysteriousness of 'Rosebud' was daring.
The direction and cinematography was excellent and even dazzling at times. The film flows vividly and there were some wonderful shots. A great one is a shot near the start of the film where Kane's mother is talking to Mr Thatcher and there is a view of Kane playing outside the house in the snow. A haunting shot.
Citizen Kane holds its helm at the top of AFI top 100 films of all time. Whether i agree with this is questionable. However, this film is hugely influential, its iconic style is a first. One film in particular where I can see its influence is There will be blood. Similar story of a man building a business and eventually crumbling from power.
Citizen Kane is simply stunning
10/10