The Great Dictator

ONCE AGAIN - THE WHOLE WORLD LAUGHS!

Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.

Director: Charlie Chaplin
Cast: Charlie Chaplin , Paulette Goddard , Jack Oakie , Reginald Gardiner , Henry Daniell , Billy Gilbert , Grace Hayle , Carter DeHaven , Maurice Moscovitch , Emma Dunn

Genres: Comedy , War

Release date: 1940-10-15

Rating: 8.28

Runtime: 125minutes

Budget: 2M

Revenue: 11M

Production Companies: Charles Chaplin Productions

Reviews:

  • Richard Velez
    Too much focus on special effects and not enough on the story. It felt like a missed opportunity.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Cohen Richard
    Surprisingly good! I didn't expect much, but the twists and emotional depth really pulled me in.
    Rating: 4

  • Joyce Caldwell
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Cecilia Strong
    A solid, enjoyable film. The performances were good, though it didn't really break new ground.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Winter Barry
    An absolute snooze fest. The pacing was terrible, and it felt like nothing ever happened.
    Rating: 1.5