Before Night Falls book cover

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Movie · 2000

Is Before Night Falls based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. Before Night Falls is based on the book Before Night Falls by Reinaldo Arenas (1992).

The movie was released in 2000.

The book behind Before Night Falls

Before Night Falls cover

Before Night Falls

by Reinaldo Arenas · first published 1992 · autobiography, LGBT-related literature

1990 novel by Reinaldo Arenas Fuentes.

Common questions

Is Before Night Falls based on a book?

Yes. Before Night Falls is based on the book Before Night Falls by Reinaldo Arenas (1992).

Who wrote the book Before Night Falls is based on?

Before Night Falls was written by Reinaldo Arenas and first published in 1992.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Before Night Falls before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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