Zoe Kazan, both screenwriter and actress, finds herself surrounded by an impressive collection at the Library of Congress. On a mid-September afternoon, she explores various artifacts just two weeks before the release of her limited-series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s “East of Eden” on Netflix.
This project holds personal significance for Kazan. Her grandfather directed the classic film adaptation of Steinbeck’s work seven decades ago. Now, she takes creative control to bring this celebrated narrative to the small screen.
As she examines the treasures curated for her visit, Kazan reflects on the legacy of Steinbeck’s magnum opus and its impact across generations. The upcoming series seeks not only to honor the original novel but also to offer a contemporary interpretation.