Movie · 1993
Is The Cement Garden based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Cement Garden is based on the book The Cement Garden by Ian McEwan (1978).
The movie was released in 1993.
The book behind The Cement Garden
Common questions
Is The Cement Garden based on a book?
Yes. The Cement Garden is based on the book The Cement Garden by Ian McEwan (1978).
Who wrote the book The Cement Garden is based on?
The Cement Garden was written by Ian McEwan and first published in 1978.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Cement Garden before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Ian McEwan's books
- Atonement (film, 2007)
- Enduring Love (film, 2004)
- The Innocent (film, 1993)
- The Children Act (film, 2017)
- On Chesil Beach (film, 2017)
- The Comfort of Strangers (film, 1990)