Oct
19
2026
Charlie Chaplin’s first true talking picture satirizes fascism and dictatorship at a time when much of Europe had already fallen under authoritarian rule.
Chaplin plays both a humble Jewish barber and a ruthless dictator whose ambitions threaten the world. Released before the United States entered World War II, the film was an extraordinary act of artistic courage. As the series’ exploration of Freedom from Fear, it reminds us how satire can confront tyranny and defend human dignity against oppression.
About the Director
Charlie Chaplin was one of cinema’s most influential artists, celebrated worldwide for creating “The Little Tramp.” The ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
$15; $12 theater members; 21 and under free
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES
- Oct 19, 2026 at 7:00pm (Mon)
