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The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet

201121mAbbey Lustgarten
IMDb 6.8

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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.

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What is The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet (2011) about?

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.

Who stars in The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet?

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet stars Jeffrey Vance (Self (voice)), Charlie Chaplin (Self (archive footage)), Paulette Goddard (Self (archive footage)), Jack Oakie (Self (archive footage)), Joan Collins (Self (archive footage)). The film was directed by Abbey Lustgarten.

How long is The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet?

The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet has a runtime of 21 min and premiered in 2011.

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The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet holds an IMDb rating of 6.8/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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