![]() ![]() Murnau’s film, Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans makes use of long takes and a variety of other cinematic innovations. Murnau used the technique to beautiful effect and likely influenced Welles and Toland. Even before the production of Citizen Kane, directors such as F.W. Long TakesĮxtended takes, or “ oners,” were around long before Birdman. Ebert pinpointed how the movement of the subjects within the frame and camera movement can become ways to draw the eye and the attention of the viewer. When everything in the composition is in focus, the filmmaker must be conscious of guiding the attention of the viewers. Roger Ebert pointed out the importance of mise-en-scène, or placing on stage, when using deep focus. An early scene in Citizen Kane (below) is a great example of the deep focus found in the film. ![]() Deep focus means deep staging of characters along the z-axis. The deep focus is defined by a wide depth of field and was not a common technique at the time of production.ĭeep focus allows subjects close and far away from the camera to remain in focus and is achieved by using a wide-angle lens and a smaller aperture. The beautifully-lit film is masterfully composed and makes use of deep focus. One of the key collaborations during the production of Citizen Kane was between the director/producer Orson Welles and his cinematographer, Gregg Toland. Let’s consider Kane’s legacy and discover some practical filmmaking techniques that you can put to use in your own projects. Despite the fact that the film was released 75 years ago, it continues to be a source of inspiration for modern filmmakers like Star Wars Episode VIII director Rian Johnson. Here are six takeaways for your next film or video project.Ĭitizen Kane is still considered one of the greatest films ever made. The filmmaking techniques on display in Citizen Kane continue to influence generations of artists. ![]()
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