Citizen Kane
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Citizen Kane

Best from age 13 · NR · 1941 · 119 min

Citizen Kane

An ambitious newspaper magnate’s life is explored through the eyes of those who knew him after his mysterious last word. From his humble beginnings to immense wealth and power, the film delves into his complex relationships and ultimate isolation, showing how early experiences shaped his destiny.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

1/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Mild

1/10

Heads up

  • Discussions of affairs and a character contemplating suicide.
  • A portrayal of old age and loneliness.
  • Some smoking and drinking.

Models well

  • The pursuit of purpose
  • The nature of memory
  • Consequences of ambition

Talk about it after

  • How wealth and power can affect personal happiness.
  • The impact of early life experiences on adult choices.
  • Different perspectives on a single person or event.
  • What true success or fulfillment might look like.
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Cast & crew

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