A thematic analysis of "Citizen Kane" .

When people suggest that "Citizen Kane" might be the greatest movie ever made, they aren't just talking about how Orson Welles executed every cinematic, dramatic, and literary element with great artistry. If it was just that than while it would still be a superb stylistic achievement, it would not be enduring art. What makes "Citizen Kane" such a great work of art, is Welles' dedication to detail to insure that every frame, every noise, and …

…is much more than a possession. While Kane's actions reveal what he wants, Rosebud symbolizes what he lost so long ago. Remember what Kane wants in every scene. What is he trying to get and why do his efforts fail? If you look at the film in this way, you will discover much more than the meaning of "Rosebud." And you just may decide that "Citizen Kane" is, after all, the greatest movie ever made.