Movie · 1959
Is A Girl Against Napoleon based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Girl Against Napoleon is based on the book Carmen by Prosper Mérimée (1847).
The movie was released in 1959.
The book behind A Girl Against Napoleon
Other adaptations of Carmen
- Carmen Jones (film, 1954)
- Burlesque on Carmen (film, 1915)
- Carmen (film, 1983)
- Carmen (film, 1984)
- The Loves of Carmen (film, 1948)
- U-Carmen eKhayelitsha (film, 2005)
Common questions
Is A Girl Against Napoleon based on a book?
Yes. A Girl Against Napoleon is based on the book Carmen by Prosper Mérimée (1847).
Who wrote the book A Girl Against Napoleon is based on?
Carmen was written by Prosper Mérimée and first published in 1847.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Carmen before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Prosper Mérimée's books
- The Golden Coach (film, 1952)
- La bête (film, 1975)
- Carmen (film, 1915)
- Carmen (film, 2003)
- The Marriage of the Bear (film, 1925)
- Carmen (film, 1915)