Laughter in the Dark

While Laughter in the Dark shares thematic elements with some of Nabokov's other works, particularly its exploration of obsession and the destructive nature of desire, it functions as a standalone novel and does not feature recurring characters or a shared narrative universe with his other books.

Yes, Laughter in the Dark was adapted into a film. The 1969 movie, directed by Tony Richardson, stars Nicol Williamson and Anna Karina.