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East Of Eden

1955, Movie, NR, 115 mins

EAST OF EDEN
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Overwrought, often splendid Kazan version of the Steinbeck novel. The movie's chief distinction is the amazing debut of rebellious, romantic James Dean, who in this and his next film, REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE, would enshrine the misunderstood teen, and become a tragic icon in his own right. Dean plays the neurotic son of Massey, a devoutly religious lettuce farmer whose vast acreage stretches through the rich Salinas Valley of California. Dean's twin brother (Davalos, also maki... read more leave a comment
Year: 1955
Rated NR

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Cast
Julie Harris: Abra
James Dean: Cal Trask
Raymond Massey: Adam Trask
Richard Davalos: Aron Trask
Burl Ives: Sam
Jo Van Fleet: Kate

 

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