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1940 · Movie · 2h 5m · NR

The Great Dictator

CriticsCritics: 87
AudienceAudience: 8.5

A ruthless dictator seeks to expand his fictional empire while a poor Jewish barber struggles to survive under an increasingly oppressive regime. Their parallel stories combine political satire, physical comedy, and a heartfelt appeal for tolerance and human dignity.

My take

You’ll like this if you enjoy courageous political satire, classic physical comedy, and humane themes; Not for you if you prefer tightly structured modern comedies or consistently subtle humor.

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Cast

Charlie ChaplinPaulette GoddardJack OakieReginald GardinerHenry DaniellBilly GilbertGrace HayleCarter DeHaven

Director

Charlie Chaplin

If tonight is a The Great Dictator night…

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