Some called him a hero...others called him a heel.
美国报业大亨凯恩在桑拿都庄园中留下“玫瑰花蕾”的“遗言”死去后，一位青年记者受媒体的委托调查这四个字的含义，遂即，他走访了凯恩生前的同事好友，从报社董事长伯恩斯坦的口中，了解到凯恩的发迹历程以及如何制造舆论使美国卷入1897年的战争中的往事，从利兰的讲述中，凯恩与美国总统的侄女爱米丽的婚姻、与第二任妻子（歌手）苏珊的复杂关系及在总统竞选中的失败等等也被他一一所知。 听过大量的讲述后，该记者又去图书馆查阅了有关凯恩的详尽资料，凯恩更多的一面，青年时代的经历及与母亲的关系也被他知晓，然而，“玫瑰花蕾”四字的含义，他仍不得而知。
"Citizen Kane," a groundbreaking cinematic masterpiece released in 1941, was produced by Mercury Productions and RKO Radio Pictures in the United States. Directed by the visionary Orson Welles, who also co-wrote the screenplay and starred as the titular character, the film delves into the life of Charles Foster Kane, a fictional media tycoon whose life story unfolds through a series of flashbacks and interviews. The narrative structure, innovative use of deep focus cinematography, and the exploration of themes such as power, wealth, and the elusive nature of the American Dream set "Citizen Kane" apart as a landmark in film history. The film's opening sequence, featuring the enigmatic word "Rosebud" whispered by Kane on his deathbed, sets the stage for a complex and non-linear storytelling approach. As a reporter, Jerry Thompson, investigates the meaning behind "Rosebud," the audience is taken on a journey through Kane's life, from his childhood to his rise as a newspaper magnate and his eventual downfall. The use of multiple perspectives and unreliable narrators adds layers of depth to the film, challenging viewers to piece together the truth about Kane's character and motivations. "Citizen Kane" is renowned for its technical innovations, particularly the use of deep focus cinematography by cinematographer Gregg Toland. This technique allowed for every element within a shot to remain in sharp focus, enabling Welles to compose visually stunning and thematically rich scenes. The film's visual style, combined with its narrative complexity, has been widely praised and studied, influencing countless filmmakers and cementing its status as one of the greatest films ever made. Beyond its technical achievements, "Citizen Kane" offers a poignant commentary on the human condition. The film explores the emptiness that can accompany great wealth and power, as Kane's relentless pursuit of success ultimately leads to his isolation and despair. Through its examination of Kane's life, the film raises questions about the nature of happiness, the impact of one's choices, and the search for meaning in a world driven by ambition. "Citizen Kane" remains a timeless work of art, captivating audiences with its storytelling prowess and enduring relevance.
年份1941
预算839727$
运行时间119 min
收入23218000$
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类型悬疑剧情
制作国家United States of America
