F. Scott Fitzgerald is experiencing a revival in Hollywood -- can John Steinbeck be far behind? Variety reports that "East of Eden" is getting a new adaptation (let's not call it a remake, even if the first did star James Dean) that will be directed by Tom Hooper ("John Adams"). Christopher Hampton ("Atonement") will pen the script.

Originally published in 1952, it's one of Steinbeck's most sweeping and ambitious novels. Set in California's Salinas Valley, it's a multi-generational story of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, and the intertwining of their lives. But the main focus is on twin brothers, Aaron and Caleb, and their difficult relationship and rivalry that mirrors a certain Genesis story you might know. Read more...