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The Face Behind the Mask
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The Face Behind the Mask

1938 · 11 min Documentary Mystery History
5.4 / 10 · TMDB

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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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Face Behind the Mask is an acquired taste at 5.4/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1938. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

John Nesbitt

John Nesbitt

Narrator (voice)

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Carlos De Valdez

Bit Part (uncredited)

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Jack Deery

Bit Part (uncredited)

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Ivo Henderson

Bit Part (uncredited)

Mary Howard

Mary Howard

La Vallière, The King's Sweetheart (uncredited)

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George W. Jimenez

Spanish King (uncredited)

Edward Keane

Edward Keane

Nicholas Fouquet (uncredited)

Michael Mark

Michael Mark

Peasant (uncredited)

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Andre Marsaudon

Bit Part (uncredited)

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Thomas R. Mills

Governor (uncredited)

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