The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick book cover

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Movie · 1972

Is The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty is based on the book The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick by Peter Handke (1970).

The movie was released in 1972.

The book behind The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty

The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick cover

The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick

by Peter Handke · first published 1970

1970 Novel by Peter Handke.

Common questions

Is The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty based on a book?

Yes. The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty is based on the book The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick by Peter Handke (1970).

Who wrote the book The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty is based on?

The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick was written by Peter Handke and first published in 1970.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick 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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