Product Description
Based on John Steinbeck's novel of two brothers, twin sons and the twisted woman behind their tragic fates.
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Bringing to life the bestselling novel by Nobel Prize winning author John Steinbeck, this TV adaptation faithfully follows the history of the Trask family from the Civil War to World War II. A recreation of the biblical story of Cain and Abel, East of Eden follows estranged half-brothers Adam and Charles (Timothy Bottoms and Bruce Boxleitner) as they reunite after the death of their father, Cyrus (Warren Oates). They live together on their father’s land, constantly quarreling, when they meet the manipulative and beautiful Cathy Ames (Jane Seymour), a prostitute with a dark past. The theme of good versus evil runs rampant throughout and entangles itself in the Trask family legacy through each generation. Jane Seymour’s brilliant portrayal of Cathy through three decades, from young runaway to aging mother, earned her a Golden Globe. Fans of Steinbeck and Seymour alike will be pleased with this retelling which won an Emmy for best art direction and Golden Globe for best miniseries. This three-disc set features a biography on John Steinbeck, exclusive interview with Jane Seymour, and cast filmographies. --Amanda Faddis
Review
I was absolutely riveted by it -- Pittsburgh Form
Jane Seymour in the best performance of her career. -- Chicago Daily Herald
OPRAH: I think there was no other Kate. In my mind, you personified all that she was and captured that in a way that I still marvel. JANE SEYMOUR: I think it was the best role of my career. I felt that it just happened...somehow it came through me. -- The Oprah Winfrey Show (interview)
One of the best mini-series ever. -- EInsiders.com
Watching Seymour chew up every available bit of scenery is a joy -- The Baltimore Sun
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- MPAA rating : NR (Not Rated)
- Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 8.8 ounces
- Media Format : Multiple Formats, Subtitled, Box set, Color, NTSC
- Run time : 6 hours and 22 minutes
- Release date : March 3, 2009
- Actors : Jane Seymour, Lloyd Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, Timothy Bottoms, Karen Allen
- Studio : ACORN MEDIA
- Number of discs : 3
