A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
📖 Synopsis
In Brooklyn circa 1900, the Nolans manage to enjoy life on pennies despite great poverty and Papa's alcoholism. We come to know these people well through big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's scandalous succession of "husbands"; the removal of the one tree visible from their tenement; and young Francie's desire to transfer to a better school...if irresponsible Papa can get his act together.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Each heart-warming character comes alive on the screen!”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Elia Kazan
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Dorothy McGuireKatie Nolan
Joan BlondellAunt Sissy
James DunnJohnny Nolan
Lloyd NolanOfficer McShane
James GleasonMcGarrity
Ted DonaldsonNeeley Nolan
Peggy Ann GarnerFrancie Nolan
Ruth NelsonMiss McDonough
John AlexanderSteve Edwards
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn about?
- In Brooklyn circa 1900, the Nolans manage to enjoy life on pennies despite great poverty and Papa's alcoholism. We come to know these people well through big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's scandalous succession of "husbands"; the removal of the one tree visible from their tenement; and young Francie's desire to transfer to a better school...if irresponsible Papa can get his act together.
- Who directed A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn was directed by Elia Kazan.
- When was A Tree Grows in Brooklyn released?
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn was released on February 28, 1945.
- How long is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn has a runtime of 2h 8m.
- Where can I track A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
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