Movie · 1977
Is That Obscure Object of Desire based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. That Obscure Object of Desire is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
The movie was released in 1977.
The book behind That Obscure Object of Desire
Other adaptations of The Woman and the Puppet
- The Devil Is a Woman (film, 1935)
- La Femme et le Pantin (film, 1959)
Common questions
Is That Obscure Object of Desire based on a book?
Yes. That Obscure Object of Desire is based on the book The Woman and the Puppet by Pierre Louÿs (1898).
Who wrote the book That Obscure Object of Desire 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.