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The Face Behind the Mask

64% | Jan 16, 1941 | Crime, Drama, Horror

In this low-budget thriller, Peter Lorre plays Janos Szabo, an immigrant from Hungary who is a skilled craftsman. After he's caught in a fire, his face is horribly scarred; his terrifying appearance makes it impossible for him to get a job. With nowhere else to turn, Janos begins working for the criminal underworld. Janos begins having second thoughts about his life of crime when he falls in love.

Featured Crew

Robert Florey
Director
Paul Jarrico
Screenplay

Cast

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Peter Lorre
Janos 'Johnny' Szabo
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Evelyn Keyes
Helen Williams
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Don Beddoe
Lt. James 'Jim' O'Hara

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