The Life Mask
Originally released in 1918. The Life Mask is a crime/mystery film. directed by Frank Hall Crane. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Olga Petrova, Thomas Holding, and Wyndham Standing
Synopsis
Mrs. Helen Courtland passes a fake check for $25,000 from a millionaire named Woodruffe Clay, who is in love with her daughter Anita. To save the family from a scandal in court, Anita marries Woodruffe, even though she loves Captain Hugh Shannon of the Foreign Legion. During an argument on their wedding night, Woodruffe falls and is seriously injured, and during his recovery, he makes her life miserable. Anita suffers from sleepwalking, and after one episode she dreams of poisoning her husband, she awakens to find him dead. Believing that she killed Woodruffe, Anita travels to Europe with Sarah Harden, her nurse, and there renews her affair with Hugh.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Olga Petrova
as Anita Courtland
Thomas Holding
as Captain Hugh Shannon
Wyndham Standing
as Woodruffe Clay
Christine Mayo
as Florence Robert
Lucille La Verne
as Sarah Harden
Mathilde Brundage
as Mrs. Helen Courtland
Edmund Burns
as Richard Courtland
Edith Hinckle
as Lady Mendle
Gene Burnell
as Lady Kathleen
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Petrova Picture Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Life Mask about?
Mrs. Helen Courtland passes a fake check for $25,000 from a millionaire named Woodruffe Clay, who is in love with her daughter Anita. To save the family from a scandal in court, Anita marries Woodr...
Who directed The Life Mask?
The Life Mask was directed by Frank Hall Crane.
How long is The Life Mask?
The Life Mask has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Life Mask released?
The Life Mask was released on April 30, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Life Mask?
The main cast of The Life Mask includes Olga Petrova, Thomas Holding, Wyndham Standing, Christine Mayo, Lucille La Verne.