The Great Dictator

*The Great Dictator* is a silent-style comedy film made in 1940 by Charlie Chaplin, blending humor with social and political commentary. It satirizes dictatorship, fascism, and prejudice through parody, most notably targeting Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany. The story follows a friendly Jewish barber who is mistaken for a dictator, allowing Chaplin to use comedy to criticize the dangers of tyranny and hate. The film is known for its powerful speech advocating peace and humanity, making it both entertaining and a call for kindness amidst the rising global conflict of the time.