Ordinary People (1980)
09/19/1980 (US) • 2h 4m
Everything is in its proper place... except the past.
Overview
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.
Top Billed Cast
Calvin Jarrett
Beth Jarrett
Dr. Berger
Conrad Jarrett
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Karen
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$6,000,000.00
Revenue
$54,766,923.00
Keywords
chicago, illinois
depression
post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd)
based on novel or book
suicide attempt
middle class
dysfunctional family
grief
bereavement
psychiatrist
guilt
grieving
survivor's guilt
loss of son
hopeful
sincere
tragic
suicidio
mother son conflict
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