Movie · 1953
Is Act of Love based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Act of Love is based on the book The Girl on the Via Flaminia by Alfred Hayes (1949).
The movie was released in 1953.
The book behind Act of Love
The Girl on the Via Flaminia
by Alfred Hayes · first published 1949 · historical fiction
Novel by Alfred Hayes.
Common questions
Is Act of Love based on a book?
Yes. Act of Love is based on the book The Girl on the Via Flaminia by Alfred Hayes (1949).
Who wrote the book Act of Love is based on?
The Girl on the Via Flaminia was written by Alfred Hayes and first published in 1949.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Girl on the Via Flaminia before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.