20 greatest directorial debuts in film history

Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures
Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures

2) ⁠Citizen Kane (1941) - Orson Welles

Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures
Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures

Citizen Kane, a film by Orson Welles, is said to be one of the greatest films ever produced. It was Welles' directorial debut; through this film, he transformed the nature of narrative structure, cinematography, and sound design. Deep focus, non-linear storytelling, and vivid imagery characterize the rise and fall of a media mogul, Charles Foster Kane (Welles). Citizen Kane was so bold and innovative that it cemented Welles as a genius. It is still today the foundation of inspiration for film professionals and is studied for its unique approach to filmmaking.

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Edited by Abhimanyu Sharma