The Great Dictator is a satirical comedy-drama film written, directed, and starring Charlie Chaplin. The movie was released in 1940, during the height of World War II. Chaplin plays two roles in the film: a ruthless dictator named Adenoid Hynkel and a Jewish barber who is mistaken for Hynkel. The Great Dictator satirizes Adolf Hitler and Nazism, highlighting the absurdity and dangers of totalitarianism. It delivers a powerful message of peace, tolerance, and humanity in the face of tyranny. The film's final speech by Chaplin is considered one of the most iconic moments in cinematic history.
