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The Face Behind the Mask

The Face Behind the Mask

This dramatized short film describes the historical mystery of France's "man in the iron mask". King Louis XIV imprisoned a man who was never identified, but who was forced to wear an iron mask for the length of his captivity, which ended only in his death. Several candidates for the identity of the man are investigated.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Face Behind the Mask
  • Genres: Documentary, Mystery, History
  • Release Date: 1938-03-19
  • Runtime: 11 minutes
  • Rating: 5.4/10 (5 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3923
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

John Nesbitt

John Nesbitt

as Narrator (voice)

Carlos De Valdez

Carlos De Valdez

as Bit Part (uncredited)

Jack Deery

Jack Deery

as Bit Part (uncredited)

Ivo Henderson

Ivo Henderson

as Bit Part (uncredited)

Mary Howard

Mary Howard

as La Vallière, The King's Sweetheart (uncredited)

George W. Jimenez

George W. Jimenez

as Spanish King (uncredited)

Edward Keane

Edward Keane

as Nicholas Fouquet (uncredited)

Michael Mark

Michael Mark

as Peasant (uncredited)

Andre Marsaudon

Andre Marsaudon

as Bit Part (uncredited)

Thomas R. Mills

Thomas R. Mills

as Governor (uncredited)

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External Links

Keywords

prisoneriron mask

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Face Behind the Mask?

The Face Behind the Mask is a Documentary, Mystery, History movie directed by . It was released on 1938-03-19.

Who are the main actors in The Face Behind the Mask?

The main cast includes John Nesbitt, Carlos De Valdez, Jack Deery, Ivo Henderson, Mary Howard, .

Where can I watch The Face Behind the Mask online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Face Behind the Mask is available.

Is The Face Behind the Mask based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Face Behind the Mask?

The Face Behind the Mask has an IMDb rating of 5.4/10 based on 5 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Face Behind the Mask?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Face Behind the Mask?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Face Behind the Mask filmed?

The Face Behind the Mask was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Face Behind the Mask?

The total runtime of The Face Behind the Mask is 11 minutes.

Is The Face Behind the Mask suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Face Behind the Mask?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Face Behind the Mask.

Does The Face Behind the Mask have a post-credit scene?

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