Zoe Kazan adapts East of Eden for Netflix focusing on brotherly love
Zoe Kazan explains her creative choices while adapting John Steinbeck's novel East of Eden into a seven-episode Netflix series.
Focus shifts to brothers
Kazan decided not to begin the story with Cathy Ames, the novel's most menacing figure. She felt that establishing a love story between the two brothers first was necessary to understand the stakes of her interruption. This approach ensures the audience grasps the central conflict before introducing the antagonist character.
Character updates for screen
The creator stated that every department, from costumes to hair, must prioritize character development over spectacle. Her goal is for audiences to leave the show discussing the characters rather than just the visual elements. Kazan insists the adaptation succeeds only if the television version remains built on the original book's characters.
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