Signpost to Murder

A lonely housewife, Helen, is living in a remote mansion with her two children. Her husband, a celebrated writer, has been absent for a year. When a handyman arrives, Helen becomes increasingly paranoid and convinced he is the escaped killer her husband wrote about in his last novel. She locks him in the cellar, but her grip on reality begins to unravel as she tries to protect her children and maintain control.

Signpost to Murder was a modestly budgeted thriller that garnered moderate attention upon its release. While not a critical darling, it was often cited for its suspenseful atmosphere and Joanne Woodward's compelling performance as a woman descending into paranoia. Audiences generally found it to be an effective, if somewhat predictable, psychological thriller.

• Praised for its suspenseful build-up and claustrophobic setting.

• Joanne Woodward's performance is a significant highlight, capturing the character's unraveling psyche.

• Some critics found the plot predictable, but effective as a B-movie thriller.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited, but reviews that exist often highlight the film's effectiveness as a suspenseful thriller and praise Joanne Woodward's intense portrayal of a woman under psychological duress.

The film was adapted from the stage play of the same name by Monte M. Mannin.