The Mask of Horror
Le masque d'horreur
Synopsis
A mad sculptor, searching for the perfect realization of "the mask of horror", places himself in front of a mirror after smearing blood over himself with the glass of an oil lamp. He then swallows a virulent poison to observe the effects of pain.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abel Gance
- Screenplay & Story
- Abel Gance
- Original Title
- Le masque d'horreur
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Le Film Français
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Abel Gance
Abel Gance
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Abel Gance
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Abel Gance
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mask of Horror
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What is The Mask of Horror about?
A mad sculptor, searching for the perfect realization of "the mask of horror", places himself in front of a mirror after smearing blood over himself with the glass of an oil lamp. He then swallows a virulent poison to observe the effects of pain.
Who directed The Mask of Horror?
The Mask of Horror was directed by Abel Gance.
Who stars in The Mask of Horror?
The principal cast of The Mask of Horror includes Édouard de Max, Charles De Rochefort, Florelle, Mathilde Thizeau, Jean Toulout.
When was The Mask of Horror released and how long is it?
The Mask of Horror was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 12m.