Sabotage

A woman married to a seemingly respectable electrical engineer begins to suspect her husband is involved in sabotage plots against a local power plant. Her suspicions are heightened when her young brother, who delivered a package for her husband, is killed in an accident. She discovers evidence that her husband is actually a foreign agent responsible for acts of terror, and she must decide where her loyalties lie.

Alfred Hitchcock's "Sabotage" is a tense and suspenseful thriller that effectively builds atmosphere and dread. While some critics at the time found its plot somewhat convoluted, its suspenseful pacing and Hitchcock's masterful direction were widely praised. It is considered a strong entry in his early British period, showcasing his developing signature style. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating the thrilling narrative and Hitchcock's direction.

• Hitchcock's signature suspense and atmospheric direction are evident throughout.
• The film successfully builds tension and a sense of impending doom.
• Sylvia Sidney delivers a compelling performance as a woman caught in a web of deceit.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews from the time of release is not readily available. However, general audience appreciation for Hitchcock's thrillers suggests a positive reception.

The film is based on the 1932 novel 'Forward from 'Nightmare'' by Joseph Conrad, which itself was inspired by a real-life anarchist bombing in Greenwich, London.