East of Eden
“Sometimes you can't tell who's good and who's bad! ...”
Drama
In the Salinas Valley in and around World War I, Cal Trask feels he must compete against overwhelming odds with his brother for the love of their father. Cal is frustrated at every turn, from his reaction to the war, how to get ahead in business and in life, and how to relate to his estranged mother.
VIBE
This is a deeply felt, emotionally raw journey into the heart of a troubled soul. It pulses with youthful angst and a desperate yearning for connection and acceptance, set against a backdrop of sun-drenched California. The performances are electrifying, making for a powerful, often heartbreaking, exploration of family and identity.
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