Citizen Kane

Rating: 7/10 (12 December 2010)

Citizen Kane a 1941 film noted for its cinematography, and music. This film almost seemed as a mystery because throughout the movie there are many unanswered questions and the only way to get the answers is to ask more questions. The cinematography in this film used a lot of deep focus. Deep focus is a shot that the foreground, middle, and background are all in focus so you are able to see the entire shot clearly. The cinematographer Gregg Toland also used many different camera angles such as ones from the floor facing upwards towards the actors. During one of the scenes Toland dug a trench in order to shoot a scene where the ceiling was in the shot. Orson Welles' acting in this film was very powerful. As a viewer I felt as though he had truly embraced his character and took on the role fully. The writing and script of the film was not particularly the best part of the film, it at times was for characterized and a shallow plot line. Throughout this film I saw a common theme of self-regret. I saw man not willing to appreciate what he has and always wanting more. This is a common theme in today's society of many people always wanting more than what they have.