Movie · 1934
Is Angèle based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Angèle is based on the book Lovers Are Never Losers by Jean Giono (1929).
The movie was released in 1934.
The book behind Angèle
Common questions
Is Angèle based on a book?
Yes. Angèle is based on the book Lovers Are Never Losers by Jean Giono (1929).
Who wrote the book Angèle is based on?
Lovers Are Never Losers was written by Jean Giono and first published in 1929.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Lovers Are Never Losers 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 Jean Giono's books
- The Horseman on the Roof (film, 1995)