World Cinema Citizen Kane’s Real-Life Inspiration Had A Different Theory On The Classic Rosebud Moment Citizen Kane is an undeniable classic work of cinema, but many still debate what the iconic 'Rosebud' line actually means. SHARE ON: admin — May 5, 2024 Citizen Kane is an undeniable classic work of cinema, but many still debate what the iconic 'Rosebud' line actually means.