As you watch the film, you notice shadows, chaos, and depth. Cameraman Toland brought deep scope, which adds extra dimensions to the scene, possibly to show Kane’s self-worth and isolation over the people in his life. When watching the film, notice how scenes are broken up and spaced out through things like a desk, a column, and even just a piece of paper. Look to the background for more understanding of how Kane feels about the world around him. Watch as the shadows cast over the characters and the chaos of their lives play out on screen. I believe “Citizen Kane” would not be the cinematic masterpiece that it is without the previous elements mentioned. Welles and Toland managed to redefine the popular phrase- “lights, camera, action-” to something more complex and
As you watch the film, you notice shadows, chaos, and depth. Cameraman Toland brought deep scope, which adds extra dimensions to the scene, possibly to show Kane’s self-worth and isolation over the people in his life. When watching the film, notice how scenes are broken up and spaced out through things like a desk, a column, and even just a piece of paper. Look to the background for more understanding of how Kane feels about the world around him. Watch as the shadows cast over the characters and the chaos of their lives play out on screen. I believe “Citizen Kane” would not be the cinematic masterpiece that it is without the previous elements mentioned. Welles and Toland managed to redefine the popular phrase- “lights, camera, action-” to something more complex and