Review of The Great Dictator (1940) by Christian L — 09 Apr 2011

Realmente chaplin fue todo un genio al hacer esta pelicula, y tambien fue muy valiente.

This review of The Great Dictator (1940) was written by Christian L on 09 Apr 2011.

The Great Dictator has generally received very positive reviews.

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