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Behind the Mask

202430mMovieDocumentary

Survivor Abduweli flees a Chinese Uyghur internment camp to Norway. Now, heading to Germany to confront a past torturer, his daughter’s panic attack forces a choice: exposing Uyghur genocide for the world, or shielding his family from painful memories.

DirectorHåvard Bustnes
WriterHåvard Bustnes
ProducerHåvard Bustnes

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Cast · Directed by Håvard Bustnes

AA
Abduweli Ayup
Himself
"L
"Mr. Wang Leizhan"
The officer
MA
Mirigul Mosa Ayup
Herself
MA
Mesude Ayup
Herself
UA
Uyghuriye Ayup
Herself
GØ
Gheyret Ømernijaz
Himself

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Behind the Mask — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Behind the Mask?

Behind the Mask isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Behind the Mask on Netflix?

No, Behind the Mask is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is Behind the Mask on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Behind the Mask for free?

Behind the Mask isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Behind the Mask?

Behind the Mask hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 6, 2024. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.