Citizen Kane

 "Citizen Kane" is a landmark American film released in 1941, directed by Orson Welles, who also co-wrote the screenplay and starred in the lead role. It's often considered one of the greatest films ever made and is renowned for its innovative storytelling techniques, cinematography, and performances.

The film follows the life of Charles Foster Kane, a wealthy and influential newspaper magnate, as seen through the eyes of those who knew him. Through a series of flashbacks and interviews, the audience learns about Kane's rise to power, his failed marriages, and his ultimate isolation.

"Citizen Kane" is notable for its groundbreaking use of deep focus cinematography, non-linear narrative structure, and innovative camera techniques. It's also remembered for its complex characters and themes exploring the nature of power, ambition, and the loss of innocence.

Despite receiving critical acclaim upon its release, "Citizen Kane" initially struggled at the box office. However, over time, it has come to be recognized as a masterpiece of cinema and has had a profound influence on countless filmmakers and films that followed.