Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit

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72
GoodGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, moving documentary movie about a real life story and history, with standout characters.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

He is the despicable child killer in Fritz Lang's M. Drawing on testimonies and archives, this portrait sheds light on Peter Lorre's turbulent career and complex personality, unable to escape the monster that made him famous.

Feels like

  • Cinematic Biography
  • Hollywood Noir History
  • Tragic Character Study
  • Archival Documentary
  • Actor's Duality
  • Mid-Century Film Industry
  • Psychological Portrait
  • Nostalgic Melancholy

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Evelyn Schels
Written by
Evelyn Schels
Produced by
Charlotte Uzu

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Facts

June 7, 2024 · Disturbing Imagery · Documentary

Released
June 7, 2024
Content
Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary
Original language
French
Also spoken
German
Made in
Austria, France
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit?"

Questions about Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.3).

Is Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Is Peter Lorre : Derrière le masque du maudit in English?

FrenchGerman

No, it was made in French, with some German.