Twice ranked by the American Film Institute as the greatest American film ever made, CITIZEN KANE’s iconic opening line – “Rosebud,” uttered by the title character in his final moments – appears at #17 on AFI’s list of the art form’s most memorable movie quotes. Making his remarkable film debut with CITIZEN KANE, director, producer,...

Written, produced and directed by star – and AFI Life Achievement Award honoree – Orson Welles, THE LADY FROM SHANGHAI (1947) also features a performance from Rita Hayworth, who was named by the American Film Institute among the greatest screen legends of all time. Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more about THE LADY FROM...