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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.

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