Technically incredible. Visually stunning. Why don't I love this movie?

Rating: 9/10 (15 October 1999)

I just don't get this movie. I've tried. Lord knows I've tried. I am impressed by the visuals and the level of technical expertise that went into it, and see it as a great learning tool for filmmakers. The story is deep, showcasing one man's obsessive pursuit of himself. Well written. Well acted. Superbly directed. So what's the problem?
To tell the truth, I don't know. I just don't enjoy it on any non-technical level. It's like a school assignment every time I sit down to watch it. I can rattle off hundreds, maybe thousands of movies that I like more. For me, a story has to draw me in to be truly great, and Welle's crowned masterpiece never has. I guess I just don't care about the characters. Kane doesn't engage me. Live, die, rich, poor, happy, unhappy - who cares? I don't. So, I guess I'll just stay in the minority on this one.
8 out of 10 for its groundbreaking innovations (but I still don't really like it, per se).