Citizen Kane (1941)

Plot Summary

Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of modern cinema, crafted by the visionary director Orson Welles in 1941. A pioneer in cinematographic technics with the use of flashbacks, travelling, and narrative structures, the film unravels the enigmatic life of media tycoon Charles Foster Kane. As we embark on a gripping journey to decipher the significance of Kane's haunting final word, "Rosebud," the movie delves deep into the intricate tapestry of power, ambition, and the haunting burden of solitude.

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Release Date

USA
(New York City, New York, premiere)
1941-05-01
USA
(Chicago, Illinois)
1941-05-06
USA
(Los Angeles, California)
1941-05-08
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Citizen Kane
(Original title)
El ciudadano
Argentina
Citizen Kane
Australia
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Certification

Argentina
No data
Atp
Australia
(re-rating)
G
Australia
(1973)
NRC
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Sensitive content guide

Sex & Nudity
None
Violence & Gore
Mild
Profanity
None
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
None

Awards

Academy Awards, USA (1942)
Nominated
Best Music, Scoring of a Dramatic Picture
Nominated
Best Sound, Recording
Nominated
Best Cinematography, Black-and-White
Nominated
Best Picture
Nominated
Best Art Direction-Interior Decoration, Black-and-White
Nominated
Best Film Editing
Winner
Best Writing, Original Screenplay
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