description Sabotage Overview
Sabotage is a 1936 British thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The film adapts Joseph Conrad’s “The Secret Agent,” focusing on Gloria Morgan (Sylvia Sidney) as she investigates her husband's suspected ties to a revolutionary group. Set against the backdrop of European political unrest, it explores themes of espionage and betrayal within the spy genre. It is notable for its suspenseful narrative and Hitchcock’s early exploration of these dramatic elements, appealing to viewers interested in mystery, crime, and thriller stories.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
info Sabotage Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1936 |
help Sabotage FAQ
What novel is the 1936 movie Sabotage based on?
Yes, the 1936 thriller is based on Joseph Conrad’s 1907 novel "The Secret Agent." Hitchcock adapted the complex espionage story into a tense, cinematic thriller set in London.
Who carries the bomb in Sabotage?
The film is most famous for its incredibly tense sequence involving a young boy unknowingly carrying a time bomb on a London bus. Hitchcock deliberately showed the audience the ticking clock to build maximum suspense, a technique later dubbed the "bomb theory."
Are there multiple Hitchcock movies called Sabotage?
The title "Sabotage" was chosen to avoid confusion with Hitchcock's earlier 1936 film "Secret Agent," which was released the same year. While they sound similar, they are completely different movies with entirely different plots.
What is the real name of the Sabotage movie?
The film stars Sylvia Sidney as the suspicious wife of a cinema owner who is secretly a saboteur. It was originally released in the UK under the title "The Woman Alone" before gaining wider distribution as Sabotage.
explore Explore More
Similar to Sabotage
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
