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THE GREAT DICTATOR and its relevance 80 years on

Published: July 21, 2020, 3:29 p.m.

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Has THE GREAT DICTATOR become the most currently relevant film from before 1950? Legendary comedian Charlie Chaplin's first foray into talking films was no misstep, as his dual-role parody of Hitler is a perfect blend of physical and verbal comedy, set against a dark and horrific backdrop. Come for the comedy, stay for the powerful climactic speech.

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