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The Great Dictator: The Clown Turns Prophet
Released: May 24, 2011 (2011)
Runtime: 21 minutes
Genres: Documentary
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.
Main Cast (Top 10 billed, oldest first)
- Charlie Chaplin as Self (archive footage)
Age at release: 122
- Jack Oakie as Self (archive footage)
Age at release: 107
- Paulette Goddard as Self (archive footage)
Age at release: 100
- Mel Brooks as Self (archive footage)
Age at release: 84
- Joan Collins as Self (archive footage)
Age at release: 78
- Jeffrey Vance as Self (voice)
Age at release: 41