A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945) Scene Clip #5 - Francie Nolan Dreams - Film Studies Qtly Review

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This adaptation of the classic novel tells the story of young Francie Nolan (Peggy Ann Garner) who yearns for life beyond her Brooklyn apartment building. While her daily routine is difficult, she makes the best of her situation, living with her hard-working mother (Dorothy McGuire), alcoholic father (James Dunn) and tough little brother (Ted Donaldson). Encouraged by her kind but irresponsible dad, Francie struggles to keep her hopes up and persevere despite all the odds against her.
In this scene, the whole family has their minds heavy on their problems. Francie Nolan tells of her dreams and ambitions before going to sleep.
The clip is for Film Studies Quarterly Review Essay #7: Adapting to Life’s Hand - A Study on “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” (1945)
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Movie Name: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Year: 1945
Director: Elia Kazan
Actors: Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn, Peggy Anne Garner
Editor: Dorothy Spencer,
Cinematographer: Leon Shamroy
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He was a great father but too bad he couldn't stop drinking.