
Ordinary People
7.4/10
Rating
124 min
Runtime
1980
Release Year
Robert Redford
Director
Cast
Donald Sutherland, Mary Tyler Moore, Judd Hirsch, Timothy Hutton, M. Emmet Walsh
Quick Synopsis
Beth and Calvin Jarrett are struggling to cope with the death of their older son while trying to support their surviving son, Conrad, who is deeply affected by grief and guilt, leading to a suicide attempt. Conrad is undergoing therapy to deal with his emotional pain. Beth, who had always favored their deceased son, finds it hard to connect with and support Conrad, while Calvin feels caught in the middle, attempting to keep the family united during this difficult time.
Detailed Synopsis of Ordinary People
Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of a suicide attempt. He is in therapy. Beth had always preferred his brother and is having difficulty being supportive to Conrad. Calvin is trapped between the two trying to hold the family together.



