Masques (Masks) (1987)

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Roland Wolf (Robin Renucci) poses as a reporter to interview a popular television personality (Philippe Noiret) he believes is responsible for the disappearance of his sister. The struggling actress had taken a job as a companion to the star's sickly ward Catherine (Anne Brochet). Roland discovers… More Roland Wolf (Robin Renucci) poses as a reporter to interview a popular television personality (Philippe Noiret) he believes is responsible for the disappearance of his sister. The struggling actress had taken a job as a companion to the star's sickly ward Catherine (Anne Brochet). Roland discovers Catherine is being drugged by her benefactor who has stolen her inheritance and possibly committed murder. ~ Dan Pavlides, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 40 min.
Directed By: Claude Chabrol
Written By: Claude Chabrol, Odile Barski
Genres: Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense

In Theaters: Feb 11, 1987 Wide
On DVD: Jul 27, 2004

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Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
A magnificent performance by Philippe Noiret.

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Emily B

Sinister secrets lurking within the bourgeoisie is familiar territory for Chabrol, and whilst this is not the best example of this, it is a fun watch all the same. An able cast supports Phiippe Noiret, whose hilariously over the top game show host is the highlight of the film,… More
Sinister secrets lurking within the bourgeoisie is familiar territory for Chabrol, and whilst this is not the best example of this, it is a fun watch all the same. An able cast supports Phiippe Noiret, whose hilariously over the top game show host is the highlight of the film, especially at the finale where he nicely tells his audience to "get fucked".