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Masc
A young boy hides his emotions behind a Diablo Cojuelo mask in an attempt to appease his hyper-masculine father and protect himself from his school bully.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck former college mascot attempts to relive his glory days by becoming the mascot for a struggling minor league hockey team. He must navigate the absurdities of team ownership, eccentric teammates, and his own past demons to find redemption and bring excitement back to the frozen tundra.
Critical Reception
Masc received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its underdog sports comedy premise and occasional moments of humor, many found the execution to be lacking in originality and depth. The film was largely overlooked by mainstream critics and struggled to find a significant audience.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks the charm and wit to elevate its predictable sports comedy tropes.
Performances are inconsistent, with some characters feeling underdeveloped.
Fails to deliver enough laughs or emotional resonance to be memorable.
Google audience: Audience reception for Masc is largely unavailable or not prominently featured, suggesting limited public engagement with the film.
Fun Fact
The film was notably one of the last on-screen appearances for actor John Paul Pitoc before his untimely death in 2020.
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