The Mask of Dimitrios

A mystery writer becomes captivated by the tale of notorious criminal Dimitrios Makropolous, whose dead body was found washed up on the shore in Istanbul, and decides to follow his career across Europe to learn more about the man. He is joined by a mysterious figure named Mr. Peters, who has his own motivation for investigating Dimitrios' life. Along the way, Leyden uncovers clues that reveal Dimitrios' ruthless and primitive nature, including espionage, blackmail, and betrayal. The film noir classic follows the writer's quest to unravel the truth about Dimitrios' true identity and nefarious acts.