Ordinary People

1980 R 2h 4m 7.7

The accidental death of the older son of an affluent family deeply strains the relationships among the bitter mother, the good-natured father and the guilt-ridden younger son.

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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Info about Ordinary People

Studio(s): Paramount, Wildwood Enterprises

Originally Released: United States on Sep 19, 1980

Box Office Gross: $54,766,923.00

Budget: $6,000,000.00

Genres: Drama