Behind the Mask
Synopsis
Financier Mark Harrold is responsible for the financial ruin and subsequent suicide of Stanton. Following his death, Stanton's daughter Margaret, seeking revenge, goes to work for Harrold's beloved daughter Helen. The latter plans to marry the dashing Lord Strathmore and thus attain her social ambitions, but Margaret, to avenge her father's death, wins Strathmore away from her by deception. After their marriage, Margaret leaves Strathmore, claiming that she never loved him. With the birth of their child, Margaret becomes ill and blind, but Strathmore finds her and gives her money under an assumed identity. Following an operation that restores her sight, Margaret recognizes her husband as her benefactor and realizes that she loves him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 3, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Guy-Blaché
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles T. Dazey, Fred Rath
- Original Title
- Behind the Mask
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- U.S. Amusement Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Guy-Blaché
Charles T. Dazey, Fred Rath
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Guy-Blaché
Director
Fred Rath
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Mask
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Behind the Mask about?
Financier Mark Harrold is responsible for the financial ruin and subsequent suicide of Stanton. Following his death, Stanton's daughter Margaret, seeking revenge, goes to work for Harrold's beloved daughter Helen. The latter plans to marry the dashing Lord Strathmore and thus attain her social ambitions, but Margaret, to avenge her father's death, wins Strathmore away from her by deception. After their marriage, Margaret leaves Strathmore, claiming that she never loved him. With the birth of their child, Margaret becomes ill and blind, but Strathmore finds her and gives her money under an assumed identity. Following an operation that restores her sight, Margaret recognizes her husband as her benefactor and realizes that she loves him.
Who directed Behind the Mask?
Behind the Mask was directed by Alice Guy-Blaché.
Who stars in Behind the Mask?
The principal cast of Behind the Mask includes Catherine Calvert, Richard Tucker, Charles Halton, Kirke Brown, Charles Dungan.
When was Behind the Mask released and how long is it?
Behind the Mask was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.