East of Eden

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐ŸŸก 65/100
Total warning time: 5m 27s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 40/100 (1m 32s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [00:45:23 - 00:46:10] A scene with suggestive dialogue and mild physical intimacy.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:12:45 - 01:13:30] A character is seen in a compromising position, though no explicit nudity is shown.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (1m 10s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:30:15 - 00:30:45] A character is seen drinking alcohol in a social setting.
  • ๐ŸŸข 10/100 [01:05:20 - 01:06:00] A character smokes a cigarette, which is depicted casually.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (2m 35s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [00:55:10 - 00:56:30] A heated argument escalates into a physical altercation.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [01:20:00 - 01:21:15] A character is involved in a violent confrontation, with some intense moments.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 50/100 (10s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:25:40 - 00:25:45] Use of mild profanity in a tense moment.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [01:15:10 - 01:15:15] A character uses stronger language in an emotional outburst.
East of Eden
Year: 1955
Certificate: U
Runtime: 118 min
Genre: Drama
IMDB: 7.9
Meta Score: 72
Votes: 40313
Director: Elia Kazan
Stars: James Dean, Raymond Massey, Julie Harris, Burl Ives
Overview: Two brothers struggle to maintain their strict, Bible-toting father's favor.

Movie FAQ

Q: Who directed the movie East of Eden (1955)?
A: East of Eden (1955) was directed by Elia Kazan.
Q: What is the main plot of East of Eden (1955)?
A: The movie is a loose adaptation of the second half of John Steinbeck's novel 'East of Eden.' It follows the story of Cal Trask (James Dean), a troubled young man who competes with his brother Aron for their father Adam's (Raymond Massey) love and approval in early 20th-century California.
Q: What was James Dean's role in East of Eden (1955)?
A: James Dean played the lead role of Cal Trask, a rebellious and emotionally complex young man struggling with feelings of rejection and jealousy towards his brother.
Q: Did James Dean receive any awards for his performance in East of Eden (1955)?
A: Yes, James Dean was posthumously nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in East of Eden (1955).
Q: Who played the role of Abra in East of Eden (1955)?
A: Julie Harris played the role of Abra, a kind-hearted young woman who becomes romantically involved with both Cal and his brother Aron.