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In addition to producing, co-writing and directing Citizen Kane, Orson Welles starred in the film in the role of Charles Foster Kane. Kane was a character based in part upon the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst.

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Orson Welles was born on May 6, 1915 and died on October 10, 1985. Orson Welles would have been 70 years old at the time of death or 100 years old today.

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Welles directed, co-wrote and starred in Citizen Kane at the ripe old age of 25.

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He was 25.

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Who was the director of Citizen Kane?

Orson Wells


What movie directed by Orson Welles in 1941 is commonly said to be the best film of all time?

Orson Wells starred in "Citizen Kane" in 1941.


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He won one Oscar for Best Screenplay for Citizen Kane (1941).


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Orson Welles had no direct relationship with H.G. Wells. Orson Welles was a renowned filmmaker and actor known for his work in "Citizen Kane," while H.G. Wells was a famous author known for his science fiction writings such as "The War of the Worlds."


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Both Orson Welles (who was also director and producer of the same film) and Herman J. Mankiewicz wrote the screenplay for "Citizen Kane".


Who did not ever win an Oscar for Best Director?

Orson Welles for "Citizen Kane."


What film did Orson Welles write produce direct and star in?

"Citizen Kane" (1941).


Who participates in the movie Citizen Kane?

Orson Welles plays Charles Foster Kane (and directs the film), and Agnes Moorehead plays Mary Kane, his mother.


Who co-wrote, produced, directed, and performed the lead role in Citizen Kane?

Orson Welles