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The Great Dictator

Chaplin's first talkie stands as one of his greatest achievements. In this touching and often hilarious political spoof on the Third Reich, Chaplin plays dual roles: a poor Jew from the ghetto and Hynkel, the Hitler-inspired leader. Oakie is hilarious as Italian dictator "Napolini."

Year: 1940
Genre: Alice's 500 Greatest Films, Comedy, Best of the 1940s, Who am I? Movie Amnesia, Film Festivals 2006, Classic Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Charlie Chaplin
Starring: Charlie Chaplin, Jack Oakie, Paulette Goddard
Duration: 120 Minutes
Rating: G
8.5/10
Location in store: Alice's 500 Greatest Films

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