Review of The Great Dictator (1940) by Carlos M — 25 Nov 2015

This was a significant piece for a film releasing in 1940.

This review of The Great Dictator (1940) was written by Carlos M on 25 Nov 2015.

The Great Dictator has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sam S (1,174) on 04 Feb 2016

Charlie Chaplin's bravery and humor shine throughout the film even when the satire seems drizzle out half way through the second act…

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By Randomwhiterun G (55) on 19 Mar 2018

Comedy, satire and parody, but all done in good taste and to make a point about the time. Recommend this one to everyone…

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By Kim B (837) on 15 Jul 2018

Very funny, a hilarious movie that makes everyone laugh. It has a hilarious story, with fantastic characters and fantastic jokes…

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By King L (158) on 30 Jan 2016

I've never seen any of Charlie Chaplin's movies until now, prior to this I've only seen excerpts of his films…

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By Jayakrishnan R (1,070) on 31 Aug 2015

TWO THUMBS UP Viewed this on 31/8/15 Sound can do wonders to a Chaplin film and how I wish all the other Chaplin films had dialogues in them…

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By Gavin P (778) on 07 Aug 2015

A truly classic film, which is also full of class…

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By Neville P (128) on 18 Oct 2017

A wonderfully movie saw it as a kid and loved the globe scene. the final scene is still relevant in this day and age…

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By Alec B (1,705) on 30 Apr 2016

It's a little less great than people are willing to admit (a lot of Chaplin's comedic sensibilities at this time were still entrenched in antics…

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By Mike W (1,027) on 31 Aug 2015

TWO THUMBS UP Viewed this on 31/8/15 Sound can do wonders to a Chaplin film and how I wish all the other Chaplin films had dialogues in them…

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By Afonso A (208) on 15 Jul 2018

Very funny, a hilarious movie that makes everyone laugh. It has a hilarious story, with fantastic characters and fantastic jokes…

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