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The Face Behind the Mask (1941)

“What fiendish fury turns man into monster?”

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Plot

In the intriguing depths of The Face Behind the Mask, we follow the journey of Janos Szabo, a gentle soul and gifted craftsman, newly arrived on the shores of America. His dreams of starting afresh, however, are abruptly incinerated when he's tragically caught in a fire, leaving his face horrendously disfigured. His once innocent visage now a mask of horrors, Janos finds the world cruelly closed off to him. Rejected by society due to his monstrous features, he is compelled to navigate the dark underbelly of the city, where he becomes an unexpected asset in the world of crime. His skill and proficiency in this nefarious underworld provide him with a way to hide his scars behind a lifelike mask, purchased with his ill-gotten gains. But as the money flows and the mask hides his disfigurement, Janos grapples with the moral implications of his deeds. His heart yearns for his lost innocence, further complicated when unexpected love enters the scene. As he stands at the crossroads of redemption and damnation, Janos must confront his new identity and make a choice. Is he too entrenched in his life of crime to turn back, or can he reclaim the kindness that once defined him? The Face Behind the Mask is a poignant exploration of identity, morality, and the lengths one will go to fit into a society that has turned its back on them. A gripping narrative that will hold you captive until the very end.

Where to watch The Face Behind the Mask?

The Face Behind the Mask is a crime movie featuring Peter Lorre and directed by Robert Florey.

The Face Behind the Mask is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.