Is Goya or the Hard Way to Enlightenment based on a book?

Common questions

Is Goya or the Hard Way to Enlightenment based on a book?

Yes. Goya or the Hard Way to Enlightenment is based on the book Goya by Lion Feuchtwanger (1951).

Who wrote the book Goya or the Hard Way to Enlightenment is based on?

Goya was written by Lion Feuchtwanger and first published in 1951.

Should I read the book before watching?

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