Pertio, an Argentine dancer, has a severely-scarred face that has kept him from succeeding in his chosen career. He is persuaded by Caricia, an Argentine dancer who has become a star, to have a plastic surgeon repair his face.
Is it worth a watch? If you have a soft spot for silent films that feel like they were written by someone who just went through a terrible breakup, then yes. It is worth it just to see how dramatic people could be in 1928. You’ll probably enjoy this if you like dark stories about vanity and revenge. But if you can't s...
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"Is it worth a watch? If you have a soft spot for silent films that feel like they were written by someone who just went through a terrible breakup, then yes. It is worth it just to see how dramatic people could be in 1928. You’ll probably enjoy this if you like dark stories about vanity and revenge. But if you can't stand over-the-top acting or plots that make zero medical sense, you’re gonna hate it. 🎭 Cullen Landis plays Pertio, this Argentine dancer who wears a mask because his face is mes..."
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