This is the charming adaption of Betty Smith's acclaimed novel. It's both heartwarming a...
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
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.
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Feb 28, 1945
Runtime
2h 8m
Genres
Drama
User Score
76%
Original Title
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Production Companies
20th Century Fox
Director
Elia Kazan
Description
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.