A scarred carnival worker crafts a mask with deadly consequences for those who dare to look.
DEATH MASK
Wilbur works in an old carnival and shows some gruesome things to the public.
Quick Answer
Death Mask is a 1998 American horror film directed by Steve Latshaw about a disfigured carnival worker whose anger infuses a mysterious mask, causing deadly consequences for those who see him.
Programmer's Pick
Death Mask marries carnival grit and supernatural horror with a uniquely tragic antihero at its center. If you're drawn to sideshow settings and cursed objects, this one's a ride through the freak tent you won't forget. Bonus: Linnea Quigley adds cult horror pedigree.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Details & Specs
- Director
- Steve Latshaw
- Writer
- James Best
- Release
- 1998
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Country
- United States of America
- Language
- English
- Genres
- Horror
Cast & Crew
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Why Cult
Wilbur's hand-carved mask, made from a haunted hanging tree, turns his anger into a supernatural weapon.
A mysterious swamp-witch sets the chain of events in motion with her ominous gift of bewitched wood.
The film’s gritty carnival backdrop delivers a dose of old-school sideshow weirdness and dark Americana.
Genre favorites like Linnea Quigley and James Best anchor the cast, bringing cult credibility and B-movie flair.
Scene Gallery
Threat File
Wilbur puts on the wooden mask
Supernatural mask fueled by anger
Viewers of the mask commit suicide
Carnival and surrounding swamp
Questions from the Vault
When was Death Mask released? +
Death Mask was released in 1998.
Who directed Death Mask? +
Death Mask was directed by Steve Latshaw.
How long is Death Mask? +
Death Mask has a runtime of 87 minutes.
What genre is Death Mask? +
Death Mask is a horror film.
Where can I watch Death Mask? +
You can watch Death Mask on SassyFlix.
How does Wilbur’s mask kill its victims? +
When Wilbur wears the mask, anyone who looks at him is compelled to commit suicide.
