A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 1945 DVD - Dorothy McGuire / Joan Blondell

Set in Brooklyn around 1900, the Nolans persevere through poverty and Papa's struggles with alcoholism, finding joy in small pleasures. The story explores the family's big and little troubles: Aunt Sissy's series of scandalous marriages, the removal of the sole tree seen from their tenement, and young Francie's hope to transfer to a better school—if only her father can help. Starring: Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn Runtime: 128 minutes.