Synopsis
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.
Ordinary People (1980) is a 2h 4min drama feature film by Robert Redford. Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Selected for Los Angeles Film Awards (2025).
Facts
Based on
Ordinary People
Awards
Academy Award for Best Picture, Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Academy Award for Best Director, Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay, National Board of Review: Top Ten Films, National Board of Review Award for Best Film
Setting
Illinois
Production
Paramount Pictures
Original language
English
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