Storyline

In this visual essay, Charles Chaplin biographer Jeffrey Vance, author of "Chaplin: Genius of the Cinema", draws upon a wealth of photography as well as a wide range of interviews (Paulette Goddard, Sydney Chaplin, Chuck Jones, Leni Riefenstahl, Mel Brooks, Joan Collins et al.) to examine the production history of "The Great Dictator", the film's importance as a satire, and legacy.

Key Information

Director Abbey Lustgarten
Writers Jeffrey Vance
Studio The Criterion Collection
Rating 6.0/10
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Jeffrey Vance

Self (voice)

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

Self (archive footage)

Paulette Goddard

Paulette Goddard

Self (archive footage)

Jack Oakie

Jack Oakie

Self (archive footage)

Joan Collins

Joan Collins

Self (archive footage)

Chuck Jones

Chuck Jones

Self (archive footage)

Mel Brooks

Mel Brooks

Self (archive footage)

Frequently Asked Questions

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet was released on May 24, 2011.

The runtime of The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet is 21m.

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet is a Documentary movie.

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet has a rating of 6.0 out of 10 on TMDB.

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet was directed by Abbey Lustgarten.

The main cast of The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet includes Jeffrey Vance, Charlie Chaplin, Paulette Goddard.

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet is originally in English.