East of Eden

Two brothers struggle to maintain their strict, Bible-toting father's favor.

About

Based on John Steinbeck's novel, Cal Trask takes a business venture in order to finally gain his father's approval but Cal runs into his estranged mother along the way. 

Trivia

The film marks James Dean's first major lead role in a film. Jo Van Fleet won the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her role.