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Movie · 1968

Is Three Sad Tigers based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. Three Sad Tigers is based on the book Tres tristes tigres by Guillermo Cabrera Infante (1967).

The movie was released in 1968.

The book behind Three Sad Tigers

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Tres tristes tigres

by Guillermo Cabrera Infante · first published 1967

1967 novel by Guillermo Cabrera Infante.

Common questions

Is Three Sad Tigers based on a book?

Yes. Three Sad Tigers is based on the book Tres tristes tigres by Guillermo Cabrera Infante (1967).

Who wrote the book Three Sad Tigers is based on?

Tres tristes tigres was written by Guillermo Cabrera Infante and first published in 1967.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Tres tristes tigres 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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