The Face Behind the Mask

The Face Behind the Mask is a 1941 film which tells the story of a hopeful new immigrant, Janos Szaby (Peter Lorre), arriving in New York City, who is trapped in a hotel fire that leaves his face hideously scarred. Refused employment although still able to work, the only way he can survive is by turning to theft. Janos falls in love with Helen (Evelyn Keyes) as her soul sees the goodness within him.

The movie was adapted by Paul Jarrico, Arthur Levinson and Allen Vincent from the play Interim by Thomas Edward O'Connell. It was directed by Robert Florey.