Citizen Kane Analysis

Many critics consider "Citizen Kane" to be the greatest movie of all time, and with all reason to conclude so. After all, it was an artistic masterpiece and a technological wonder. However, the film's greatness does not derive solely from its artistically executed cinematic, dramatic, and literary elements, but also from the details instilled within each and every frame, and the manner in which its every aspect helped develop the theme. Gregg Toland's cinematography was …

…size, as well as how small of a man Kane truly was. "Citizen Kane" was more than just a movie. It was a powerful portrayal of an egocentric life, and a revolutionary turning point for the world of cinema. It influenced directors to explore the angles a camera could take, and had a lasting impact on how movies would be filmed. It was artistic, yet direct; emotional, yet strong; and symbolic on several different levels.