Dangerous Knowledge

A young teacher, Sarah Jenkins, takes up a post in a desolate mining town where she becomes entangled in a web of secrets and lies. She soon discovers that the seemingly idyllic community harbors dark truths about a recent disappearance. As Sarah digs deeper, she finds herself in increasing danger, confronting the very real consequences of uncovering buried secrets.

Dangerous Knowledge was a BBC television play that received moderate critical attention upon its release. It was noted for its suspenseful atmosphere and a strong performance from its lead, but also for its somewhat predictable plot in later years. It is considered a solid example of British television drama from the era.

• Praised for its tense atmosphere and character development.
• Noted for its effective use of a confined setting to build suspense.
• Some found the mystery's resolution less impactful than the build-up.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to its nature as a television play from an earlier era. However, those who recall it often remember it as a compelling and atmospheric thriller.

The play was adapted from a novel of the same name by the celebrated crime writer Frances Iles (pseudonym of Anthony Berkeley Cox).