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Saboteur
1942·Movie
·1h 49min·
Saboteur fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Crime and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Saboteur is tense, fast-paced, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumCrime and mystery
Its world is built around crime and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Unmasking the man behind your back!
Aircraft factory worker Barry Kane flees across the United States after he is wrongly accused of starting the fire that killed his best friend.
WWII Era ThrillerWrongfully AccusedMan on the RunEspionage & ConspiracyHitchcockian SuspenseCross-Country ChaseClassic HollywoodMoral Ambiguity
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Questions about Saboteur
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Saboteur worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Saboteur rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Saboteur?
1 h 49 min
Saboteur runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Saboteur?
Critics73
Audiences73
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 73 out of 100, so both groups see Saboteur much the same way.
Was Saboteur a box office hit?
Budget$780,000
Box office$1 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $780,000 to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is Saboteur in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Saboteur?
29
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+15GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Saboteur in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Saboteur use?
Clear My NameCoincidental BroadcastKarma HoudiniReptiles Are AbhorrentSpies In a VanBattle ButlerDistracted by the SexyAct of SabotageShout-OutHigh-Dive EscapeThe NapoleonDramatic Ironyand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Saboteur, including Clear My Name, Coincidental Broadcast, Karma Houdini.