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[ATTENTION: This review reveals content of the movie.]
This movie is one of those priceless classics that everyone should see at least once in his life. Some scenes are full of a witty and innovative sense of humour. For instance, the first speech of Hynkel, the scene of the puddings and the scene where Hynkel and Napaloni are making kind of a food battle are a proof of Chaplin’s genius. Other scenes are moving, for example when the barber is on the roof of a house and observes for a long time his shop that is burning. And, of course, I must mention the final scene with that superb speech, full of hope and optimism. Charles Chaplin broadcasts a faithful message; even with all the horrors made in this world, he is able to see the good side of humanity and this is tremendous. Also the scene where Hynkel plays with a gigantic globe is outstanding. This scene is one of the most mythical and unforgettable cinematographic moment created by Chaplin. He mixes up humour and irony, showing all the madness of a dictator. The movements he makes are at the same time graceful and laughable. Hynkel tries to keep control on the globe, but it finally explodes in his face, showing us that the business of every dictator is due to blow up, one day or another. Now, do I need to mention that the performance of Chaplin in this movie is absolutely perfect? Of course he is brilliant in the burlesque scenes, but also in the serious ones. He embodies magnificently the Jewish barber as well as the mad dictator. The talent of Chaplin is at his height in this movie so I’m not surprised that The great Dictator is the most commercially successful movie of Chaplin. Except Chaplin, I must say that the other actors are doing a great job to sustain the two main characters. I particularly like Jack Oakie, his role seems perfect for him and he competes greatly with Charles Chaplin. I found the confrontation between Hynkel and Napaloni very comical. I will finally mention the music of this movie because I found it really appropriate with the sequencing of actions. Indeed, for each scene the music is correctly chosen. The music empowers the scenes. For instance, the music in the scene of the globe is the element that really makes that segment a mythical one. The comical tunes also contribute in the beauty of the movie. They complete pretty well this masterpiece of Chaplin and make this movie even more unique.
10/10
2.4.2008 -
guillaumebb@ - age: 13-17
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A great movie for everyone, young and old. One of the top 10 movies of all time.
10/10
25.1.2003 -
hattias@ - age: 50+
One of the top 20 movies of all time and one of Chaplin's best. Pay attention to the final speech; it cost Chaplin admiration by some but derision by others.
10/10
24.1.2003 -
pohana@ - age: 36-49
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