Review of The Great Dictator (1940) by Wouter D — 20 May 2008

I think this is THE MOST funny movie I have ever seen. Everytime I see it I'm astonished by the way Charlie Chaplin "peed" on Hitler. A must.

This review of The Great Dictator (1940) was written by Wouter D on 20 May 2008.

The Great Dictator has generally received very positive reviews.

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