The Iron Mask (1929)

Directed by Allan Dwan, "The Iron Mask" is a silent adventure film starring the legendary Douglas Fairbanks. Set in 17th-century France, the film is a sequel to Fairbanks' earlier film "The Three Musketeers" and follows the adventures of d'Artagnan and the Musketeers as they attempt to thwart the plans of the evil Cardinal Richelieu. The plot revolves around the mysterious man in the iron mask, who is believed to be the twin brother of King Louis XIV, imprisoned and forced to wear the mask to prevent him from being recognized. As the Musketeers uncover the truth and plot to replace the corrupt king with his twin, they face danger, intrigue, and betrayal. Douglas Fairbanks' swashbuckling charisma shines throughout, making "The Iron Mask" a classic of the silent film era.