Is Dialogue with the Carmelites based on a book?

Common questions

Is Dialogue with the Carmelites based on a book?

Yes. Dialogue with the Carmelites is based on the works The last one at the scaffold by Gertrud von Le Fort (1931) and Dialogues des Carmelites by Georges Bernanos.

Who wrote the book Dialogue with the Carmelites is based on?

The last one at the scaffold was written by Gertrud von Le Fort and Georges Bernanos and first published in 1931.

Should I read the book before watching?

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