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Movie · 2019

Is Perfect Nanny based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. Perfect Nanny is based on the book Chanson douce by Leïla Slimani (2016).

Chanson douce is part of the Collection Blanche series.

The movie was released in 2019.

The book behind Perfect Nanny

Chanson douce cover

Chanson douce

by Leïla Slimani · first published 2016

Collection Blanche: books by publication date

  1. The Just Assassins (1949)
  2. Saint Genet (1952)
  3. Chanson douce (2016)
  4. Alma (2017)

Common questions

Is Perfect Nanny based on a book?

Yes. Perfect Nanny is based on the book Chanson douce by Leïla Slimani (2016).

Who wrote the book Perfect Nanny is based on?

Chanson douce was written by Leïla Slimani and first published in 2016.

Is Chanson douce part of a series?

Yes, it is part of the Collection Blanche series.

Should I read the book before watching?

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

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