The Mask

A young archaeologist becomes convinced that an ancient tribal mask is cursed, leading him to suffer from violent nightmares and commit murder. After ending his own life, he sends the object to his psychiatrist, Dr. Allan Barnes. Upon receiving the mask, Barnes begins to experience surreal visions and a descent into madness as he explores the subconscious world the artifact reveals. While those around him urge him to return the item to a museum, the doctor becomes obsessed with the disturbing experiences.

This 1961 Canadian horror thriller was directed by Julian Roffman, who also served as a producer. The film features a cast including Paul Stevens, Claudette Nevins, and Martin Lavut. Written by Frank Taubes, Franklin Delessert, and Sandy Haver, the movie has a runtime of 83 minutes and was produced by Beaver-Champion Attractions and Taylor Roffman Productions.

The film has received a moderate reception from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 5.8/10 based on 1,200 votes, while it is rated slightly higher on TMDB with a 6.3/10 from 39 votes.