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The Angel in the Mask
A masked girl sits in a store window in New York, writing cards to demonstrate a fountain pen. Everybody is curious about her because she is so pretty, and she becomes nicknamed "the Angel in the Mask." A certain boy from the country, Bob Singleton, chances to pass the window. He is forlorn because he cannot get work. The masked girl holds up a card, on which is written a word of friendly encouragement. At the boarding-house where the boy is staying a robbery and murder are committed, incriminating evidence is found in Singleton's room, and he is taken to prison.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, blinded by a childhood accident, is raised in isolation by her overprotective aunt. When a handsome doctor enters her life, she begins to experience love and independence, but her aunt's manipulations and the secrets surrounding her past threaten to shatter her newfound happiness. The film explores themes of love, deception, and the struggle for self-determination against familial control.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1915, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films of this era often received reviews based on their melodrama, moral themes, and the performances of their stars. 'The Angel in the Mask' was likely appreciated for its sentimental story and the popularity of its lead actress, Mary Fuller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sentimental and dramatic narrative.
Mary Fuller's performance was often a highlight in her films.
Explored themes of love and societal constraints common in early cinema.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
Mary Fuller, the film's star, was one of the most popular actresses of the silent film era, often referred to as "The Queen of the Movies".
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