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- The Sounds of Silence: Analyzing Sound in the Social Network and Citizen KaneThis is a detailed examination of the ways in which the auditory techniques utilized in Orson Welles cinematic masterpiece are mirrored in David Finchers spectacular film, The Social Network.
- 'Citizen Kane,' Orson Welles' Greatest Achievement, 70 Years OnThe 70th anniversary of Orson Welles’ classic film 'Citizen Kane' occurred recently. The film, the first feature-length motion pictured directed by Welles, is considered one of if not the greatest film in history.
Paul is the Citizen Kane of Nerd MoviesThe Shaun of the Dead team of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost hook up with the Superbad duo of director Greg Mattola and Seth Rogan for one very funny alien adventure.- Movie Review: 'Citizen Kane'A look at the classic film by Orson Welles.
Film Review: "Citizen Kane"With less than a year away from its 70th Anniversary, Citizen Kane still remains one of the greatest films ever made.- Citizen Kane Movie ReviewThis is a review of the movie Citizen Kane from 1941. This is one of the best movies of all time.
- The Social Network (2010) is the Citizen Kane of Our GenerationAlthough entertaining, the film The Social Network evokes more a feeling of sadness than of delight. It's a little like watching Citizen Kane, a movie I adore. How do the two films compare?
'How Green was My Valley' -- it Beat 'Citizen Kane' for Top OscarIt's really not surprising that the academy awarded the major Oscars to the more traditional 'How Green Was My Valley.' Welles' 'Citizen Kane' may have been ready to take cinematic risks, but the academy, as usual, wasn't.
Citizen Kane -- a Fresh Look at Orson Welles' MasterpieceIs 'Citizen Kane' the best film of all time? That's debatable. But one thing is clear: Welles' movie remains a monolith on the landscape of American cinema.
The 10 Most Overrated Classic FilmsWhether they haven't aged well, or just weren't that amazing to begin with, these are the most overrated classic movies.- Who was Citizen Kane?Critical review of Orson Welles classic film.
Citizen Kane is the Grandfather of Innovative Film TechnologyOrson Welles' 1941 classic Citizen Kane is an amalgam of visual, sound and photographic innovations. Ahead of its time, the film remains impressive to viewers jaded by the special-effects-filled films of the last two decades.- Citizen Kane RevivedCitizen Kane really was ahead of its time when it was released. The film took some effort by its creator before the public could view it, but it worth it.
- Citizen Kane Sucks!The American Film Institute ranks Citizen Kane as the number one movie of all time. They couldn't be more wrong!
- Citizen Kane - a ReviewWe really need to get off this idea that this film is a classic.
"Citizen Kane" Rich in Story and CharacterI enjoyed the wit, the snarky wisp and darkness that brooded through out this movie. I think that Orson Welles was impressive.- Why Citizen Kane Isn't Even Orson Welles' Best FilmCitizen Kane always tops the list of best movies ever made when the list is conducted by reviewers and/or filmmakers. This is really rather odd since Citizen Kane is at best only Welles' third greatest movie.
- On Life and Art: Citizen KaneBiography of Orson Welles and a discussion of his landmark film Citizen Kane.
- Simple Stereotypes in Citizen KaneStereotypes seen in Citizen Kane are nothing new or old to storytelling; almost all narrative involves some form of stereotyping, but in films it is even more present.
Citizen Kane, the Godfather, Casablanca, Raging Bull, Singin' in the Rain Are the Top 5 American Film Institute List of Best MoviesAccording to Courtney Dentch, "Citizen Cane" made the first position in the American Film Institute's top 100 movies. Also, the movie has maintained such top position for the ten years.
Orson Welles and Robert Altman: Comparing Hollywood's Two Legendary OutlawsBoth Orson Welles and Robert Altman are legendary directors, known for pushing the limits of traditional cinematic techniques - but they are even more similar than one might think.
Separation of Self: Analyzing Citizen KaneIn the movie, "Citizen Kane", portrays the main character Charles Foster Kane having a mimetic relationship with his family and friends.- The Greatest Opening Scene in Movie HistoryWhat is the best opening sequence in movie history? Would you be surprised to find out that nothing has topped a movie made in the 1950s?
Why Citizen Kane Deserves Its PraiseUmmm...why Citizen Kane deserves its praise?
AFI Top 100 Films - the History of Citizen KaneCitizen Kane is considered one of the greatest films of all time. It was also one of the more controversial and problematic for its director. A short history of Orson Welles' masterpiece- Influences of Citizen Kane in Velvet GoldmineDetails the influences of the famous film Citizen Kane in Todd Hayne's Indie Cult classic Velvet Goldmine...
- Literary Techniques Employed Within Citizen Kane and The Magnificent AmbersonsThis is a paper for a film class analyzing the use of traditional literarywriting techniques and how it translates to film
- Citizen Kane: A ClassicThink you're a film expert? Not until you have seen this classic.
- History of Music in Film: Analysis of How & Why Film Scores Enhance the Emotional Import of Films: Citizen KaneAddresses how and why people have been compelled to combine drama with music throughout history. Clarifies some of music's manifold roles in cinema and the reasons behind them by using as an example composer Bernard Herrmann's Citizen Kane soundtrack.
- Odyssey of ‘Citizen Kane’ Oscar Statuette ContinuesOrson Welles and his legendary film "Citizen Kane" won a single Academy Award in 1941.
- Now That's Entertainment!Although we all have the capacity to be entertained, there will never be a consensus on what is and is not entertaining.
A Citizen's Take on "Kane"While it continually appears at the top spot on almost every best-of list, "Citizen Kane" generally doesn't rank as highly for the average moviegoer. However, you don't have to be a movie critic or a film student to enjoy this revered 1941 classic.- The Classic 'Citizen Kane' Still Holds UpA review of the great classic, "Citizen Kane," directed and starring Orson Welles.
Snowed In? Best Snow-related Movies to WatchThere's an almost limitless choice of movies to watch when you're snowed in- Kane and UnableOrson Welles, hailed as a young prodigy, proved to be a monumental failure all told.
- A Night at the Museuem--Listen Up, ParentsYour kid may say they hate doing this but 15 years from now they will thank you.
- How to Analyze Citizen Kane for a College Film Theory ClassThis Analysis is based on information I learned from my Film Theory class at the University of Washington.
- Five of the Most Controversial Academy Award WinnersThe Academy Awards are anxiously anticipated each year by Hollywood. The winners may walk away with an Oscar, but not everybody agrees that they deserve it.
A Brief Overview of Some of the Most Overrated Movies of All TimeAdmit it: there are some movies that are praised by almost everyone that you think simply stink. Will one of those movies you hate be here? Or will there be a movie you agree is a masterpiece on this list?


