A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945)

Synopsis: The story centers on young Francis Nolan, whose father's sudden death leaves the family to somehow survive in a harsh, desperate time. Like the tree in the back of their house, uncared for and... The story centers on young Francis Nolan, whose father's sudden death leaves the family to somehow survive in a harsh, desperate time. Like the tree in the back of their house, uncared for and forgotten, their struggle to survive is a valiant one. Based on Betty Smith's 1943 novel. Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best Screenplay. Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor--James Dunn. [More]

Starring: Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn, Lloyd Nolan

Starring: Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn, Lloyd Nolan, Peggy Ann Garner, Ted Donaldson, James Gleason, Mae Marsh

Director: Elia Kazan

Director: Elia Kazan
Producer: Louis D. Lighton
Screenwriter: Tess Slesinger
Story: Betty Smith
Composer: Alfred Newman

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