The Broken Mask (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, The Broken Mask is a drama film directed by James P. Hogan, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Pertio, an Argentine dancer, has a severely scarred face that has kept him from succeeding in his chosen career. He is persuaded by Caricia, an Argentine dancer who has become a star, to have a plastic surgeon repair his face. The surgery is successful and the two dancers team up both professionally and personally. However, the doctor who performed the operation has fallen madly in love with Caricia, and his determination to have her leads him to perform a procedure on Pertio that makes his scars reappear.
Who’s in it. The Broken Mask stars Cullen Landis as Pertio, Barbara Bedford as Caricia, William V. Mong as Santo Bendito and Wheeler Oakman as Dr. Gordon White, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Broken Mask page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Broken Mask tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Broken Mask (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Broken Mask change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Broken Mask?
- The Broken Mask stars Cullen Landis, Barbara Bedford, William V. Mong, Wheeler Oakman and James A. Marcus.
- When was The Broken Mask released?
- The Broken Mask was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.