East of Eden (Novel/Film). The biblical story of Cain and Abel replayed on a Salinas Valley farm. Cal, the "bad" son, desperately tries to win the love of his stern father by making a fortune, only to have it rejected. The cruelty is that Aron, the "good" son, does nothing and receives everything.
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Tropes in family drama serve as archetypes that resonate with audiences due to their familiarity: Book Review: Family Drama by Rebecca Fallon East of Eden (Novel/Film)