For 10 points—name this director of The Magnificent Ambersons and Citizen Kane.
Marlene Dietrich was in such awe of his talent that she claimed "people should cross themselves when they say his name." At age 22, he formed the Mercury Theater with John Houseman. By 25, he had already secured unprecedented "final cut" rights for his films with RKO studios. For 10 points—name this director of The Magnificent Ambersons and Citizen Kane.
Marlene Dietrich was in such awe of his talent that she claimed "people should cross themselves when they say his name."
(George) Orson {Welles}