Movies like A Streetcar Named Desire

Directed by Elia Kazan, who also directed A Streetcar Named Desire, East of Eden is James Dean's tale of a son vying for his father's affection. This movie teases out themes of sibling rivalry and parental approval, much like the psychological and familial battles seen in Streetcar.

Also born from the work of Tennessee Williams, The Glass Menagerie shares the same author's touch as A Streetcar Named Desire with its strong character-driven narrative and exploration of family, dreams, and the crushing weight of reality.