Movie · 1980
Is Cutting It Short based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Cutting It Short is based on the book Cutting It Short by Bohumil Hrabal (1974).
The movie was released in 1980.
The book behind Cutting It Short
Cutting It Short
by Bohumil Hrabal · first published 1974 · autobiography
Autobiographical work by Bohumil Hrabal.
Common questions
Is Cutting It Short based on a book?
Yes. Cutting It Short is based on the book Cutting It Short by Bohumil Hrabal (1974).
Who wrote the book Cutting It Short is based on?
Cutting It Short was written by Bohumil Hrabal and first published in 1974.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Cutting It Short 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 Bohumil Hrabal's books
- Closely Watched Trains (film, 1966)
- I Served the King of England (film, 2006)