Masks (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1997, Masks is an animation film directed by Elisa Rivas, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The story starts with the birth of a baby, who starts crying as soon as he sees his father "in disguise." The infant is already expressing his desire for authenticity. By the age of three, he instinctively rejects conventions. He is taken to a psychiatrist, who finds him perfectly normal. When he starts school, he is offered another mask. Once again, he rejects it, and once again, he is led off to the psychiatrist. As a teenager he discovers his father's disguises and fills them with helium. As an adult, his creative attitude towards his work arouses the envy of his colleagues. At one of his last visits to the psychiatrist, he sees a young woman who seems to be experiencing the same problems he is. It's love at first sight. From their union is born a child who starts to cry as soon as he sees his father wearing a motorcycle helmet. The father quickly removes his "mask..."
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Masks has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Masks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Masks tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Masks (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Masks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Masks worth watching?
- Masks holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Masks released?
- Masks was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.