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East of Eden
1955
Elia Kazan
1955·TV-PG·
United States
Award tierSilver
Metascore
Two brothers in 1910s California struggle to maintain the favor of their affectionate but strict, Bible-toting father as an old secret about their long-absent mother comes to light.
Cast
James Dean·Julie Harris·Raymond Massey·Burl Ives
Producers
Elia Kazan
Languages
Major Awards
2 wins · 4 nominations
Wins (2)
Festival Grand Prize
Cannes Film Festival (1955)
Best Dramatic Film
Elia Kazan
Best Picture
Golden Globes, USA (1956)
Best Motion Picture - Drama
Nominations (4)
Festival Grand Prize
Cannes Film Festival (1955)
Palme d'Or
Elia Kazan
Best Picture
BAFTA Awards (1956)
Best Film from any Source
Best Director
Academy Awards, USA (1956)
Best Director
Elia Kazan
Best Actor
Academy Awards, USA (1956)
Best Actor in a Leading Role
James Dean