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The Mask Synopsis
Kenneth Traynor goes to South Africa to investigate conditions in a diamond mine in which he is interested. He is about to return home when he meets his wayward twin brother Jack, who starts home with him. The ship is blown up and everyone reported lost. Signor Keralio, a friend of Kenneth Traynor's, suddenly surprises Kenneth's wife with the news that her husband has been saved. In reality it is Jack Traynor. He has conspired with Keralio to impersonate his brother, for which Keralio agrees to pay him well, Keralio's purpose being to secure Kenneth's wife for himself. Eventually the real Kenneth returns, but is demented. He visits his home and is recognized by his son Mickey. Keralio sees Kenneth with the boy and brings them both to his apartment, then sends for Mrs. Traynor and gives her a glimpse of her real husband and boy. He is forcing his attentions upon the wife when Kenneth suddenly becomes his normal self, recognizes his son, and rushes to his wife's rescue.
Sporting Blood Synopsis
Gambler Dave Garrison has caused the fury of James Riddle and Mary Ballard by seducing the former's sister Bessie and by deceiving the latter's brother Billy out of thousands of dollars. As a result, Mary and James join forces and come up with a plan to outsmart Dave. In effect, Mary bets herself against Dave's money, agreeing to sleep with the gambler if his horse, the favored Shooting Star, wins a race, while Dave must pay her $10,000 if the horse loses. To make the odds more in her favor, Mary switches horses, putting the lumbering lookalike May Belle in place of Shooting Star. As a result, Mary and James gain their revenge on Dave, after which, made confident by their good fortune at the racetrack, they decide to try their luck as husband and wife.
"The Mask" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "Sporting Blood" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
The Mask