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16 Things to Know About ‘Citizen Kane’ Beyond “Rosebud”

16. The Film Was a Bomb

Once Hearst found out that a film was being made based loosely on his life, he banned any mention of it within the realm of his expansive empire. He also set his reporters on Welles’ character, attempting to defame the director. As a result, Citizen Kane lost $160 grand in its initial run. It managed to get 9 Academy Award nominations, but only won one for best screenplay. It was a sour result for what would become one of the most celebrated film’s in history.

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