Citizen Kane Movie Barcode
1941 · dir. Orson Welles · 119 min · 1.37:1 · drama
Amber / Blue palette · Very dark · 324 stripes
This movie barcode compresses all 119 minutes of Citizen Kane into a single image: every shot is averaged to one colour and laid down as a vertical stripe, left to right, opening frame to end credits. Directed by Orson Welles in 1941 and framed at 1.37:1, the drama palette shows up as bands of colour you can read at a glance.
About this filmv
A group of reporters tries to uncover the meaning of a wealthy newspaper tycoon's final word. The plot explores how power and fame can lead to isolation. The look is famous for its deep shadows, sharp contrasts, and massive, echoing rooms.
Key colours
#8D6C59
#364044
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#24343A
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Film details
- Release year
- 1941
- Director
- Orson Welles
- Runtime
- 119 min
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37:1
- Average shot
- 12.6s
- Genre
- drama
Categories
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