Ordinary People

1980 • 2h 4m • Drama

90%Rotten Tomatoes

Everything is in its proper place... except the past.

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.

Director

Robert Redford

Writers

Alvin Sargent

Status

Released