Movie · 2002
Is The Shanghai Spell based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Shanghai Spell is based on the book El embrujo de Shanghai by Juan Marsé (1993).
The movie was released in 2002.
The book behind The Shanghai Spell
Common questions
Is The Shanghai Spell based on a book?
Yes. The Shanghai Spell is based on the book El embrujo de Shanghai by Juan Marsé (1993).
Who wrote the book The Shanghai Spell is based on?
El embrujo de Shanghai was written by Juan Marsé and first published in 1993.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read El embrujo de Shanghai 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 Juan Marsé's books
- If They Tell You I Fell (film, 1989)