Charlie Chaplin - The Great Dictator - Barber Shop Scene

Charlie Chaplin's 1940 film The Great Dictator is a brilliant satire of Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany. The movie follows the story of an unnamed Jewish barber, played by Chaplin himself, who is mistaken for the fictional dictator Adenoid Hynkel. What stands out in this timeless classic is Chaplin's trademark physical comedy which not only adds some comedic relief to the otherwise serious subject matter, but also serves to highlight the absurdity of fascism and totalitarianism. And while the film has its darker elements, its main aim was to bring attention to a very serious political situation at the time. Its use of comedy and subtle comments on society are just as relevant today as it was then and make for an essential watch for anyone looking for a potent dose of social critique combined with classic Chaplinesque humor.