Movie · 1959
Is El Lazarillo de Tormes based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. El Lazarillo de Tormes is based on the book Lazarillo de Tormes (1554).
The movie was released in 1959.
The book behind El Lazarillo de Tormes
Lazarillo de Tormes
· first published 1554 · picaresque novel, Bildungsroman
Common questions
Is El Lazarillo de Tormes based on a book?
Yes. El Lazarillo de Tormes is based on the book Lazarillo de Tormes (1554).
Who wrote the book El Lazarillo de Tormes is based on?
The source is Lazarillo de Tormes.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Lazarillo de Tormes before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.