Movie · 1959
Is La Femme et le Pantin based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. La Femme et le Pantin is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
The movie was released in 1959.
The book behind La Femme et le Pantin
Other adaptations of The Woman and the Puppet
- That Obscure Object of Desire (film, 1977)
- The Devil Is a Woman (film, 1935)
Common questions
Is La Femme et le Pantin based on a book?
Yes. La Femme et le Pantin is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
Who wrote the book La Femme et le Pantin is based on?
The Woman and the Puppet was written by Pierre Louÿs and first published in 1898.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Woman and the Puppet before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.