Movie · 1977
Is The Left-Handed Woman based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Left-Handed Woman is based on the book The Left-Handed Woman by Peter Handke (1976).
The movie was released in 1977.
The book behind The Left-Handed Woman
Common questions
Is The Left-Handed Woman based on a book?
Yes. The Left-Handed Woman is based on the book The Left-Handed Woman by Peter Handke (1976).
Who wrote the book The Left-Handed Woman is based on?
The Left-Handed Woman was written by Peter Handke and first published in 1976.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Left-Handed Woman 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 Peter Handke's books
- The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty (film, 1972)
- The Beautiful Days of Aranjuez (film, 2016)