Bernardo Bertolucci books in order
Italian film director and screenwriter
- Lived
- 1941–2018
- Country
- Italy
- Books
- 2
Bernardo Bertolucci published 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Last Tango in Paris (1972).
Updated September 2026
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Last Tango in Paris
Bernardo Bertolucci's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Last Tango in Paris (1972)
Bernardo Bertolucci (2000)
About Bernardo Bertolucci
Bernardo Bertolucci was an Italian film director and screenwriter with a career that spanned 50 years. Considered one of the greatest directors in the history of cinema, Bertolucci's work achieved international acclaim. With The Last Emperor (1987) he became the first Italian filmmaker to win the Academy Award for Best Director, and he received many other accolades including a BAFTA Award, a César Award, two Golden Globes, a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement, and an Honorary Palme d'Or.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Bernardo Bertolucci FAQ
- How many books has Bernardo Bertolucci written?
- Bernardo Bertolucci published 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Bernardo Bertolucci's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Last Tango in Paris.
- What is Bernardo Bertolucci's last book?
- Bernardo Bertolucci (2000).
- What is Bernardo Bertolucci's most famous book?
- Last Tango in Paris (1972) is Bernardo Bertolucci's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.