Mank: What Really Inspired Citizen Kane's Rosebud (Was It Marion Davies?)
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Last updated 15 Jul 2024
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What's the true inspiration for "Rosebud" in Citizen Kane? We break down the rumors presented in Mank, and how they connect to actress Marion Davies.
All the latest movie news, movie trailers & reviews - and the same for TV, too.
What's the true inspiration for "Rosebud" in Citizen Kane? We break down the rumors presented in Mank, and how they connect to actress Marion Davies.
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