The Iron Mask
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Title
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The Iron Mask
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Creator
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United Artists Pressbook
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Date
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1929
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Description
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A pressbook for the film 'The Iron Mask', starring Douglas Fairbanks
Showing shirtless action drawings of Fairbanks this displays him in action as a strong, fearless individual who loves action
On the later pages he is seen in photos within the pressbook with a woman in his arm and embracing them. Thus emphasising the heterosexuality of the 1920's which were a staple part of American culture.
His name is central on the poster and as big as the title.
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Scholarly Significance
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Containing other accessories for 'The Iron Mask', like posters and insert cards. It shows a suave Fairbanks in his heyday. Strong drawn images of Fairbanks highlight his striking facial features which were renowned as American features by the public.
The pressbook was designed to publicise the film and draw attention to its star - Fairbanks.
The size of his names text shows how famous he is. Fairbank's name sells tickets. Thus people go to see the film because he is in it.
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The Iron Mask, 1929
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Place
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USA, published in English for American and English speaking audiences
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Identifier
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pressbook-ua-the-iron-mask
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Cataloguer
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Alex Bartholomew
