Review of The Great Dictator (1940) by Frances P — 03 Nov 2008

Chaplin as hitler????

Hitler was the copycat!!!!!

This review of The Great Dictator (1940) was written by Frances P on 03 Nov 2008.

The Great Dictator has generally received very positive reviews.

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