Two Shaves - The Great Dictator

As you can see in this short feature from Criterion’s upcoming release of The Great Dictator comparing Charles Chaplin’s 1940 masterpiece with his brother Syd Chaplin’s 1921 silent comedy King, Queen, Joker, both siblings were captivated by shaving scenes set in barbershops. Watch how their techniques converge: it’s all in the wrist. More info: