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The Great Dictator

The Great Dictator

The Great Dictator

125 分钟 1940

The Great Dictator is a 1940 satirical comedy film directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin. This groundbreaking political satire was Chaplin's first true talking picture and remains one of his most celebrated works. The film tells the dual story of a timid Jewish barber and the tyrannical dictator Adenoid Hynkel, ruler of Tomania, both of whom are played by Chaplin. The barber, a lookalike of the dictator, is mistaken for Hynkel and is thrust into a position where he must deliver a speech to the nation. The film is a bold and courageous parody of Adolf Hitler and the rising tide of fascism in Europe, released at a time when the United States was not yet officially involved in World War II. Its themes of tyranny, persecution, and the power of humanity are as relevant today as they were in 1940. The movie is especially renowned for its final speech, a powerful and heartfelt plea for peace and brotherhood that stands as one of cinema's most memorable moments. The Great Dictator masterfully blends slapstick humor with profound social commentary, creating a unique and enduring cinematic experience.